Dashing Thru The Glow

🎉 WHAT:

Dashing Thru The Glow

• Event: Dashing Thru The Glow 5K.
• Experience: Join us as we bring together the Christmas spirit, family fun, and entertainment.
• Views: Experience the beautiful views of the Cape Fear River.
• Finisher Medals: The elves will be at the finish line passing out Finisher Medals to all the good little boys and girls who finish the 5K and 1 Mile.

🎭 BEST DRESSED COSTUME CONTEST!

Deck your halls to the max and enter the Best Dressed Runner Costume Contest!

• Contest: Pull out your most festive tinsel, garland, twinkle lights and beyond.
• Show Us: What it means to Holiday-Slay All Day!
• Join Us: Don’t be a Grinch, come on out and show us all what you’ve got!
• Prizes: We can only hope it’s not coal!

📅 DATE:

Saturday, December 13, 2025

📍 START/FINISH LINE LOCATION:

Wilmington, NC

🏃‍♂️ DISTANCES OFFERED:

• 5K: This event is timed.
• 1 Mile: This event is NOT timed.
• Participation: You can walk or run either race.
• Safety: Parts of the course are a little dark, we encourage you to bring a headlamp.

🎁 CHECK OUT THE SWAG

• Race Shirt: While supplies last.
• Finisher Medal: All participants will receive one.
• Holiday Hat: An extra treat for participants.
• Activities: Cookies and Free Pictures with Santa!

📝 HOW TO REGISTER:

• Register Before the Race: Click on the SIGN UP button in the upper right corner.
• Register At Pre-Race Packet Pickup or On Race Day: We will provide a QR code for you to register on your phone.
• Online Registration: You can also register online from your phone or device up until the race starts.

🚗 PARKING:

Parking Information to come.

📆 PACKET PICKUP & RACE SCHEDULE:

Click HERE for the full schedule of events.

❤️ HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE:

Dashing Thru The Glow is raising funds for the Coastal Horizons Open House Youth Shelter and Toys for Tots.

• Mission: The Open House Youth Shelter is committed to improving the safety and well-being of displaced, abused, neglected, and vulnerable youth.
• Ages: Children and adolescents ages 6-18 who are in need of a safe place to stay can receive shelter in the 24-hour, 9-bed facility.
• Support: Open House does more than just meet youths' basic needs for food, clothing, and shelter.
• Services: All confidential services are provided at no cost to youth and their families and continue for a period of three months after discharge.

For more information about the race, visit the official page: Dashing Thru The Glow Race.