Dashing through the Glow 5K at Lanier Islands
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Sunday, November 15, 2026, first start 6:15 AM, in Buford (Lanier Islands in Buford). Distances: 5K. Entry from $45 to $50; the 5K goes from $45 to $50 after November 14.
Course and race notes
✨ The Magic is Back --- Join us for Dashing Through the Glow 5k ✨.
For nearly 30 years, Georgians and visitors celebrated the beloved Magical Nights of Lights at Lanier Islands Resort.
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Sunday, November 15
2026 · in 8 days
Start time
6:15 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Road or path
Paved course
Distances
5K
Price
$45 to $50
Plus the platform's processing fee
5K goes up after Sat Nov 14 (in 7 days)
Registration
Closing soon
Online signup closes Sun Nov 15 (in 8 days)
Opened Oct 23, 2025
Race day in Buford
Weather
63° / 39°F
Typical high and low for November 15, with a 28% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Cumming 2N, GA (8.9 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:08 AM – 5:33 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Sunday. The 6:15 AM start is 53 minutes before sunrise, so bring a light and something reflective.
Calculated for the race location.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Sat Nov 14
Where to stay
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Trip cost
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.