Night Light
Saint Paul, United States • 23 Oct 2026
Night Light - Urban Trail Series
The Night Light takes place Friday, October 23, 2026 on the Battle Creek trails in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The event offers three individual distances and a three person relay that uses the same 5K lap.
- 5K
- 10K
- 15K
- 15K relay (three person)
The course is entirely off pavement and is primarily Nordic ski trails with a small portion of single track. Runners should expect grassy and dirt surfaces and a fair number of large climbs. The trail course is not lit, so participants are asked to bring a headlamp. One lap equals 5K; two laps equal 10K; three laps equal 15K. An exchange zone is located at the start and finish area.
The relay has three-person teams with each person running one 5K lap. Divisions are based on women's, men's, mixed, and masters 40 plus.
Registration opens June 5 and online pre-registration is available through October 23, 2026. Day-of registration and bib pick-up are located outside the Battle Creek Recreation Center. Registration includes race entry, an event pint glass for the first 100 registrants, a food truck coupon, and a complimentary drink at Wabasha Brewing.
Races may be cancelled or shortened for severe weather including extreme heat and humidity, high winds, or lightning. Organizers will use ACSM heat and humidity guidelines and information from the National Weather Service when making decisions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.