The fall and winter seasons don’t just bring more inviting outdoor temperatures for runners, they also offer some of the most festive outdoor running experiences of the year. Check out our assortment of night races with a little something for everyone.
Wicked Wine Run
Various Dates and Locations 1 of 13
Whether you're running a Wicked Wine Run in New Orleans, San Antonio, Fredericksburg or any one of their races that span 11 states, you're guaranteed to have a wicked good time. Sign up for the 5K Wine Run with celebratory wine at the finish or the 1K Tasting Walk with 4 wine tasting stops along the route...or BOTH!
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race.Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas
November 16-17, 2019 in Las Vegas 2 of 13
The Las Vegas Marathon, as you might expect, is far more than just a race—it's a multi-day event that will leave you with endless stories to tell and photos to show off. Festivities begin with a three-day health expo at the Las Vegas Convention Center before race weekend. The 5K is Saturday–followed by a post-race concert, because of course. The main event—the marathon and half marathon—begins at sundown on Sunday and remains the only event to shut down the Las Vegas strip, which is transformed into an 11-mile portion of the course.
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race.Monday Night Brewing Westside 10
December 14, 2019 in Atlanta 3 of 13
Simply put, this event is one of the top night races of the year for those in search of the perfect balance of competition and recreation. Participants will have the option of running 10 miles or 10 kilometers through Atlanta's west side business and residential district. Post-race, fill your souvenir pint glass full of beer and enjoy the music and local food.
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race.Night of the Dead Run
October 5, 2019 in Oak Harbor, Ohio 4 of 13
October in the woods is an eerie experience for most, and the Night of the Dead Run doubles down with the scariest obstacle course run of your life. Waves begin at 9 p.m. on a 3.2-mile course filled with 26 obstacles and plenty of Black Swamp mud. From start to finish, competitors will be greeted by special effect lighting and serenaded with a less-than-comforting musical soundtrack.
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race.Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas Marathon
November 11, 2018 in Las Vegas 6 of 13
The Las Vegas Marathon, as you might expect, is far more than just a race—it's a multi-day event that will leave you with endless stories to tell and photos to show off. Festivities begin with a three-day health expo at the Las Vegas Convention Center before race weekend. The 5K is Saturday–followed by a post-race concert, because of course. The main event—the marathon and half marathon—begins at sundown on Sunday and remains the only event to shut down the Las Vegas strip, which is transformed into an 11-mile portion of the course.
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race.Night Crawler
November 17, 2018 in Rochester, New York 7 of 13
For both the serious runner and those in search of a fun run, the Night Crawler is a nighttime trail run with no lights. That means head lamps and glow sticks on every runner, creating a sea of bobbing lights marking the path. Better yet, bonfires and microbrews are waiting at the finish.
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race.Monday Night Brewing Westside 10
December 8, 2018 in Atlanta 8 of 13
Simply put, this event is one of the top night races of the year for those in search of the perfect balance of competition and recreation. Participants will have the option of running 10 miles or 10 kilometers through Atlanta's west side business and residential district. Post-race, fill your souvenir pint glass full of beer and enjoy the music and local food.
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race.Dallas Santa Crawl
December 16, 2018 in Dallas, Texas 9 of 13
This night run is a fantastic mix of bar crawl and race. It's a ¼ mile trot that finishes with a pub-crawl through the Dallas West End area. Each racer—or crawler—will receive a commemorative cup, a finisher's vodka drink and a wristband to enter the Vodka Festival. There will be music, dance contests, lip synch contest, games, sexiest Santa awards, fun and more, so make sure to dress in your BEST Santa costume.
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race.Darkest Night of Your Life 4K
May 3, 2019 in Coon Rapids, Minnesota 10 of 13
The Darkest Night of Your Life, spearheaded by the efforts of non-profit organization Hope 4 Youth, aims to shed light on the homeless youth population in the state of Minnesota—a total that exceeds 4,000 on a given night. Proceeds from the event will help cover the operational costs of HOPE Place keeping young people off the streets.
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race.Night of the Dead Run
October 5, 2019 in Oak Harbor, Ohio 11 of 13
October in the woods is an eerie experience for most, and the Night of the Dead Run doubles down with the scariest obstacle course run of your life. Waves begin at 9 p.m. on a 3.2-mile course filled with 26 obstacles and plenty of Black Swamp mud. From start to finish, competitors will be greeted by special effect lighting and serenaded with a less-than-comforting musical soundtrack.
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race.Wicked Wine Run 2017
Various Dates and Locations 12 of 13
Whether you're running a Wicked Wine Run in New Orleans, San Antonio, Fredericksburg or any one of their races that span 11 states, you're guaranteed to have a wicked good time. Sign up for the 5K Wine Run with celebratory wine at the finish or the 1K Tasting Walk with 4 wine tasting stops along the route...or BOTH!
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