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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run/Walk | 5K | Dec 12, 20268:00 AM | $40$45 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| 5K Run/Walk VirtualVirtual | 5K | Dec 12, 20268:00 AM | $35 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $45 on Oct 1, 2026.
Online registration closes Dec 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
At $40, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in California ($37).
A typical finisher at a 5K in California runs 38:06, about 12:16 a mile, based on 623 races with published results. Women typically finish in 41:27 and men in 33:40.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:44 AM, and the 5K Run/Walk starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 2,490 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
42200 Nighthawk Way, Murrieta, CA 92562
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Around December 12 the day usually runs from 47°F at dawn to 66°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 8% of days. Cold snaps dip to 40°F and hot years reach 78°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
What the organizers of Lights for Life 5K cover on their registration page, in brief.
The cause
When you sign up for the Lights for Life 5K, you’re not just supporting a cause—you’re joining a vibrant community of individuals committed to making a difference. Here’s everything you’ll receive as part of this meaningful experience…
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The team at Project 99 invites you to join us for the Lights for Life 5K, our signature mental health and suicide awareness campaign. This year’s event continues our mission to shine a light on suicide prevention and bring the conversation "out of the dark." Your participation helps us spread hope, raise awareness, and ensure that no one feels alone in their struggles.