Dashing through the Glow 5K at Lanier Islands
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Event details
The Dashing through the Glow 5K at Lanier Islands takes place on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at Lanier Islands, 7000 Lanier Islands Parkway, Buford, GA 30518. The event is limited to 1,500 participants and offers access to Lanier Islands’ Magical Nights of Lights before it opens to the public. Distances/events:
- 5K Run/Walk
- Virtual Runner
Some holiday light displays will return, including Marching Toy Soldiers, 12 Days of Christmas, Old Man Winter, and Candy Cane Lane. New displays for 2025 include Tailgating Santa, Pickleball Elves, and multi-faith light displays at the Chapel on Lanier.
Logistics and rules
Regular registration prices listed at $45 for in-person and virtual entries, with a prior listed price of $50 and a scheduled price increase after October 20, 2025. Registered participants receive a crewneck sweatshirt or may upgrade to a hoodie, custom finisher medals, and Santa Claus bobblehead trophies for overall and age-group winners. Participants could add a keepsake ornament during registration.
Packet and bib pick-up are planned the week of November 3-8 at Big Peach Running Co. - Braselton, 7419 Spout Springs Rd. #103, Flowery Branch, GA; store hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Remaining packets will be available on Sunday starting at 4:30 p.m. For safety in the darker event, strollers are allowed but must start at the back and walk; dogs are not allowed. All race proceeds benefit the Georgia Mountain Food Bank Association. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.