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. 11th for the 7th 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. 

Don’t forget your four-legged friend this year! Our 1-mile fun walk guided by Santa encourages you to walk your dog through our Christmas Village at the Marina so they too can experience the magic of the season. Park rules do apply, please keep dogs leashed and clean up after them.

All participants of the 5K Run/Walk will receive a t-shirt and race packet plus a finisher medal. The 1-mile fun run/walk will receive a shirt and race packet. 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! 

***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 10, 2025
• Time: 6:00pm 
• Location: 4th Elm St. Conway, SC

Packet Pick up Info:

Monday, December 8th at Conway Fitness Center: 1515 Mill Pond Rd, Conway, SC 29527 (1:00pm-7:00pm)
Wednesday, December 10th at Race Site 4:30-5:45pm (4th Elm St. Conway SC, 29526) 

Race Categories:

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

1 Mile Fun Run/Walk (not chip timed-no awards)
*Dogs allowed
July 1 through July 31: $20
Aug 1- Nov  29: $25
Dec 1 - Dec 10: $30

5K Awards:

5K Run/Walk (awards based on gun 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

1 Mile Map- CLICK HERE