About
As the sun sets on Santa Clarita, turn on your headlamps and flashlights for a run or walk along the stunning San Francis Quito Creek Trail. Beams of light will create a visual show of community support and love. Come along for a whole load of event goodies, including a T-shirt and finisher's medal.
5k and 10k
Sat, Sep 26, 2026
Santa Clarita, United States
Where and when
Location: West Creek Park, 24247 Village Cir Dr, Valencia, CA 91354, USA
Start times:
5k: 6:00 PM
10k: 6:00 PM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Be the Light 5k & 10k:
- 5k: 5km ($57.75 - $73.50)
- 10k: 10km ($47.25 - $84)
Route information
Terrain: Paved trails and paths
Route Type: Loop (5k - 1 lap, 10k - 2 laps)
The 5k course is a loop that encompasses both sides of the San Francisquito Creek Trail between Copper Hill Drive and Decoro Drive. The 5k run/walk starts where the trail adjoins West Creek Park in Valencia. Runners and walkers will head south on the trail, cross the bridge at Decoro Drive, then head north on the trail, crossing back over at Copperhill Drive. Participants will continue south, ending with a dramatic nighttime finish at West Creek Park.
Virtually the entire course is on the exquisitely paved and fenced San Francisquito Creek Trail. There are no traffic crossings to contend with. Around the half-mile mark, you'll face a steep but very short (~30 yards long) grade to get from the trail to the bridge at Decoro Drive, otherwise, no hill climbing. With the exception of a slight, gradual upward grade on the northbound leg, the course is mainly flat. You'll enjoy a slight downhill path for the final mile!
About halfway through the course will be a water station where you can get water or electrolytes to help you hydrate and give you a boost to finish the second half of the course strong!
While the 5k run/walk starts just after sunset, it will get darker right after the race starts. Near the end of the course will be decorated light tunnels and light arches as you come into the final stretch at the finish line.
Participants are encouraged to light up the course by using headlamps, pocket flashlights, or decorate yourself with glow lights and LEDs to be an inspiration to shine your light!
What's included
- Official race shirt
- Finisher medal
- Finisher certificate
- FREE race photos
- Chip timed results
- Volunteer support
- Course aid-station
- Finish line water & food
- Award for top 3 finishers
- An unforgettable experience!
How to get there
West Creek Park, 24247 Village Cir Dr, Valencia, CA 91354, USA
By Car
Exit the US-62 onto Olde Ridenour Rd to reach the event.
Parking
Parking is limited and on a first come, first serve basis. There are several areas to park including Rio Norte Junior High School, West Creek Park, and the neighborhood roads around the park.
Event day logistics
2:00pm - 6:45pm Check-in
5:00pm - 7:00pm Pre-Race Announcements
7:00pm 10k Start Time
7:05pm 5k Start Time
8:30pm Awards Ceremony
8:30pm Event closing remarks
Please note that final start times may vary on race day
Packet Pick Up
Check-in and packet pick-up will be held on race day at the West Creek Park starting at 2:00pm. Come early to get your bib and shirt, then hang out to visit all the awesome sponsors and vendor booths.
Bag Check
There will be a bag check available at the start/finish line so you can quickly access your bag after finishing the event.
Accessibility
The course is paved and is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers. Unauthorized bicycles, skateboards, scooters, roller blades, or motorized vehicles are not permitted on the race course due to safety concerns.
Kit List
- Signed Waiver & ID
- Running Shoes
- Headlamp or Flashlight
- Glo lights or decorations (optional)
- Winners mindset!
