NIGHT LIGHT 2026
- Date
- Friday, October 23, 2026
- Start time
- 6:30 PM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Saint Paul, Minnesota
- Entry fee
- From $35 · goes up to $45 on Oct 1, 2026
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10K | Oct 23, 20266:30 PM | $40$45 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| 15K | 15K | Oct 23, 20266:30 PM | $45$50 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| 15K RELAY | Relay | Oct 23, 20266:30 PM | $95$110 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| 15K Relay MASTERS | Relay | Oct 23, 20266:30 PM | $95$110 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Oct 23, 20266:30 PM | $35$40 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $45 on Oct 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K: $40 until Oct 1, then $45 until Oct 19, then $50 until Oct 23, then $60 until Oct 23.
- 15K: $45 until Oct 1, then $50 until Oct 19, then $55 until Oct 23, then $60 until Oct 23.
- 15K RELAY and 15K Relay MASTERS: $95 until Oct 1, then $110 until Oct 19, then $125 until Oct 23, then $150 until Oct 23.
- 5K: $35 until Oct 1, then $40 until Oct 19, then $45 until Oct 23, then $60 until Oct 23.
Online registration closes Oct 23, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:36 AM, and the 10K starts at 6:30 PM. The start sits about 950 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
75 Winthrop St S, Saint Paul, MN 55119
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 23 the day usually runs from 41°F at dawn to 57°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 16% of days. Cold snaps dip to 32°F and hot years reach 71°F.
Based on 80 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 75 Winthrop St S, Saint Paul, MN 55119Map
- Course
- Trail
- Start elevation
- About 950 feet
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, 15K, Relay
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 23, 2026), 2025 (Oct 24, 2025), 2024 (Oct 26, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is NIGHT LIGHT?
- Friday, October 23, 2026, starting at 6:30 PM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $35 before processing fees, and rises to $45 on Oct 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 23, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K, 15K, Relay.
- Where does it start?
- 75 Winthrop St S, Saint Paul, MN 55119.
From the organizers
Walk, hike, run - no matter your speed you are welcome to join us for this fun fall event on the beautiful St. Paul trails.
Bring a headlamp with you to the 2026 Night Light! With multiple distances 5K, 10K & 15K, & 15K relay. The race course winds its way through the trails of Battle Creek which is 100% off pavement. Expect grassy/dirt trails and a fair number of large climbs (yes hills!) The course is not lit so be ready with your own head lamp!
Relay Divisions:
Women's, Men's & mixed.
Masters 40+ Women's, Men's & mixed