Dashing Thru The Glow

🎉 WHAT:

• Event: Dashing Thru The Glow
• Description: It's Go Time, welcome you to the Dashing Thru The Glow 5K. Join us as we bring together the Christmas spirit, family fun, and entertainment.
• Views: Experience the beautiful views of the Cape Fear River.
• Activities: Take pictures next to the Christmas Tree and meet Santa himself! 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!

• Participation: Deck your halls to the max and enter the Best Dressed Runner Costume Contest!
• Festivity: Pull out your most festive tinsel, garland, twinkle lights and beyond to show us what it means to Holiday-Slay All Day!
• Encouragement: Don't be a Grinch, come on out and show us all what you've got (hope it's not coal!)

📅 DATE:

• Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025

📍 START/FINISH LINE LOCATION:

• 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 Tip: 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: Awarded to finishers
• Holiday Hat: A festive accessory for participants
• Cookies: Treats for all
• Glow Necklace: Light up your race
• Free Pictures with Santa: Capture the moment

📝 HOW TO REGISTER:

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

🚗 PARKING:

• Information: Parking Information to come.

📅 PACKET PICKUP & RACE SCHEDULE:

• Schedule: Click HERE for the full schedule of events.

❤️ HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE:

• Support: 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.
• Children's Support: 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.
• Services: All confidential services are provided at no cost to youth and their families and continue for a period of three months after discharge, to maximize the success of the family reunification plan.

🔗 Learn More:

• Event Link: For more details, visit Dashing Thru The Glow Race Page.