Be The Light 5K - Forest City
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Event details
Be the Light 5K is a mid-December 2025 running event in Forest City, North Carolina, based at McNair Stadium (214 McNair Drive, Forest City, NC 28043). A rain date is set for December 21, 2025. The event program includes these distances:
- 5K
- Fun Run
Registration fees published for 2025 are: early registration at $25 for the 5K through late November, a later 5K fee of $30 until race day, youth (12 and under) $15, and Fun Run $15. Awards for the 5K include top three male and female overall and top three finishers in each age group: under 8, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, then in five-year bands from 20-24 through 70-74, and 75+. 5K results and scoring are determined by gun time. A new course map was announced as forthcoming, with organizers noting coordination with the Town of Forest City and the Forest City Police Department.
Organizer and purpose
The race is hosted by Hope Network of Rutherford County. The organization states a mission to connect people to the love of Christ through community support and to offer free resources and services that address immediate and long-term needs. Programs supported by contributions include transitional housing for women, financial education and budgeting assistance, and partnerships for counseling and related support services. The event is part of the Rutherford Outdoor Coalition Running Race Series for 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.