Light Up the Night 5K

The Light Up the Night 5K is a glow-in-the-dark, nighttime run or walk held annually in Asheville, North Carolina, at Carrier Park. Scheduled for August 8, 2025, this fundraising event supports Western Carolina Rescue Ministries (WCRM) in their mission to aid the homeless and those struggling with addiction. Now in its seventh year, the timed 5K race offers participants a unique experience while raising awareness and funds to break cycles of homelessness and addiction in the region.

Proceeds directly benefit WCRM’s programs, which provide rescue, recovery, and restoration services to people in crisis with dignity and compassion. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.