WELCOME TO THE 8TH ANNUAL

NIGHT RUN/WALK

VALENCIA, CA

SEPTEMBER, 17, 2022

Be The Light 5K/10K

Join us to be a part of Santa Clarita's premier night run/walk at the annual Be The Light 5K in Valencia, California. Each year the greater Southern California community of runners and walkers come together to support youths in recovery through the A Light of Hope charity, to show them that we are here for them and together we can make a positive impact on their lives.

Bring your best night outfit, decked out with lights and colorful glow bands to shine your brightest in this awesome night run/walk. Register today, bring the family, friends, and make a team to bring a light of hope!

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

NIGHT RUN/WALK

Experience the thrill of running at night with a light decorated finish line.

SHINE YOUR LIGHT

Get creative, decorate yourself to be an inspiration that lights up the night.

A LIGHT OF HOPE

Run for youths in recovery and help be the light in their lives.

Saturday, September 17, 2022

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Why "Be the Light"?

We're taking a stand against the devastation caused by youth substance abuse and other self-destructive behaviors by raising much-needed funds to support the work of A Light of Hope in our community. A portion of entry proceeds goes to support A Light of Hope.

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Be The Light Video Preview

EVENT INFO

As the sun sets on Santa Clarita, we will turn our headlamps and flashlights on for our run/walk along the San Francisquito Creek Trail. Beams of light will create a visual show of community support and love. Young people in recovery—along with moms, dads, and siblings—will witness this powerful reminder that they are not alone.

DATE

The 2022 event will be on Saturday, September 17th.

LOCATION

West Creek Park in Valencia with the course going on the paseos of the San Francisquito Creek Trail. View directions.

CHECK-IN

Participant check-in will be from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

START

The 10K race will start at 6:50 PM followed by the 5K races at 7:00 PM, just in time for a spectacular sunset.

DISTANCE

Run or walk a 5K or 10K distance.

PERKS

Official event light hat
Finisher medal
Finisher certificate
FREE race photos
Chip timed results
Volunteer support
Course aid-station
Finish line water & food
Event insurance
Award for top 3 finishers
Support for A Light of Hope
Awesome experience!

BENEFIT

Proceeds are donated to support A Light of Hope and benefit youth in recovery.

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2021 RACE SWAG PREVIEW

We are very excited to bring you the 2021 Be The Light 5K light hat and finisher medal featuring the powerful motto of "WHERE THERE IS LIGHT THERE IS HOPE" and "LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE" with a runner at the center. These awesome hats light up around the brim and feature the Be The Light 5K logo embroidered on the front. Get ready to shine your light!

Where There Is Light There Is Hope

SPONSORS & PARTNERS

Welcome 2022 sponsors and partners. We are currently accepting sponsor applications. Learn more about how to grow your business as a race sponsor today.