Under the Lights

5 Miles. 5 Supplies. One Community.

Hosted by The Foundry COR3, a Charlotte-based nonprofit organization, Under the Lights is a 5-mile community night run dedicated to supporting local students as they prepare for the new school year.

Instead of a traditional registration fee, participants are asked to donate five new school supply items from the approved supply list. Every donation directly supports students in our community, helping equip them for a successful school year.

This is a non-competitive, untimed community run designed to bring people together through fitness, service, and connection. A live DJ will lead the route, creating an energetic atmosphere from start to finish, and light refreshments will be available following the run.

Event Highlights

• 5-mile community night run
• Live DJ leading the route
• School supply drive benefiting local students
• Light refreshments after the run
• Connect with Charlotte’s running community

Participant Expectations

Registration is free with the donation of five new school supply items.

Participants should be comfortable maintaining approximately a 9:30–10:00 minute-per-mile pace. 

This is a continuous group run and is not intended for walking.

*Reflective gear and running lights are encouraged.*

Whether you’re joining to support local students, meet new people, or experience a unique night run through Charlotte, every step helps invest in tomorrow.

Keep Going.