Sun, Dec 13, 2026
Forest City, NC
Be the Light runs at night, which sets it apart from most local races. The start is at McNair Stadium, and the course has been rerouted with help from the town and local police to make it safer and more runner-friendly. Packet pickup happens at the stadium before the start, so there is no need to plan around a separate day or location.
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