Nights of Thunder Cross Country Fest
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HOKA + Nights of Thunder Cross Country Fest
The HOKA + Nights of Thunder Cross Country Fest takes place September 11 and 12, 2026 at Apalachee Regional Park in Tallahassee, Florida. The event assembles collegiate, high school, middle school and open division heats in a festival format, with many races held under lights during evening hours.
Race heats and distances include:
- Open Division 5K
- College Mens 8K
- College Womens 5K
- Middle School Girls 3K
- Middle School Boys 3K
- Junior Varsity Girls 5K
- Junior Varsity Boys 5K
- Varsity Girls 5K
- Varsity Boys 5K
The event notes reserved team areas and available tent and amenity rentals, an exclusive coaches’ box and coaches’ swag. The course at Apalachee Regional Park is listed as the official course of the Florida High School State Cross Country Championships and has hosted other championship events. The festival atmosphere is described as centered on cross country competition across multiple age groups and divisions at the same venue, with facilities at 7550 Apalachee Parkway, Tallahassee, FL 32311. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
