City of Conway Under the Lights 5k Run/Walk

Under the Lights 5K presented by 
Conway Parks & Recreation  
 

Get into the holiday spirit this year by joining us on Wednesday, Dec. 9th for the 8th Annual Under the Lights 5K Run/Walk in Downtown Conway, SC.  Participants will run/walk through a light-guided course that includes a variety of magical light displays accompanied by many festive features sure to motivate you!

Come dressed in your favorite holiday attire for fun photo opportunities! Costume contest awards are given to the top 3 best in costume. 

All participants of the 5K Run/Walk will receive a t-shirt and race packet plus a finisher medal. Shirt Sizes are Youth Large, S, M, L, XL, and XXL. Please note: Available shirt sizes upon registration can vary in size due to manufacturing and production. 

Late or same-day registration shirts (those who register after November 25th) are available only while supplies last.

Overall and Age Group awards will be presented following the 5K race along with Costume contest awards.

This family-friendly event is a wonderful opportunity to experience a little fun & a whole lot of excitement during this season of cheer! 

There will be a 700 person particpant cap this year so regsiter early to guarntee your spot before it is too late!!!!

In the Event of Flooding the Course/ Routes will be adjusted accordingly

City of Conway Under The Lights 5K Run/Walk

• Race Date: Wednesday, December 9, 2026
• Time: 6:00pm 
• Location: 4th Elm St. Conway, SC

Packet Pick up Info:

Monday, December 7th at Conway Fitness Center: 1515 Mill Pond Rd, Conway, SC 29527 (1:00pm-6:45pm)

Race Categories:

5K Run/Walk (Awards based on Gun Time) 
April 1- July 31: $25
Aug 1-Sept 15: $30
Sept 16-Nov 6: $35
Nov 7-Nov 30: $45
Dec 1- Dec 10: $50

5K Awards:

5K Run/Walk (awards based on chip time)
Overall Male/Female 1,2,3 place (gun-time)
Overall Masters Male/Female 1 place (gun-time)

5K Age Groups:

Male/Female 1,2 place (gun time)
0-10           40-49
11-14         50-59       
15-19         60-69
20-29         70-79
30-39         80-up

Costume Contest 1,2,3 place

Course Maps:

5K Map- CLICK HERE