The Light Run

Join in on the Holiday Fun as we continue this Holiday Running Charity Tradition!

You will be running approximately 3.1 miles through the neighborhoods of Pitman with the brightest and most colorful lights! Participants will receive custom "Light Run" signature gift and a drink ticket for the after party!

Holiday After Party will be at Merryman's Pub in Pitman. Drink Ticket Included and Raffles Presented. 

The race supports Pitman Parks & Recreation. We will also accept unwrapped toy donations at the beginning of the run for Toys for Tots.  So donate if you can - but not required. 

Please Note - This is a FUN RUN, not a Race! It is not timed and roads are not closed. The majority of run can take place on sidewalks. Pedestrian laws should be followed.  All ages are welcome, but children should be accompanied by an adult.

This Run is Co-Sponsored by Mean Guy Running and Good Day for a Run.

We are excited for another fun night of running and partying! Thanks for being a part of this fun night!  Below are a few FAQS you may want to know prior to the run.

• Run starts at 6:00pm
• Check-In is from 5:30pm-6pm.
• Check-in Location is Ballard Park - 110 S Broadway, Pitman, NJ
• Unwrapped toys are accepted (not required) for Toy's for Tots Toy Drop. We will deliver for you to their representative.
• Course Notes: Due to the anticipated rain, the course has been modified to be simpler with less turns. The course is also a bit shorter than normal.  As this is a fun run, you are welcome to add on at the start or finish if you choose to go longer. But we wanted to minimize potential confusion on the course as it will be dark and raining.
• Course Map: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/130054 
• After Party at is at Landmark! Located at 1 Mullica Hill Road, Glassboro, NJ 08028Upon Arrival, head to the private club!  
• Please go there immediately after the run. There is nothing specific going on at the "run start location".
• Drink ticket included upon arrival when you check in.
• Full bar and food menu will be available for additional purchases
• Post run raffles and giveaways at Landmark
• Live DJ and Dancing!
• Guests are welcome!
• Best Holiday Dressed competition!

Following is the info for the Light Run - 2025.

• Run is on Wednesday - Dec 17th at 6:00pm. 
• Check-in is at Ballard Park, Pitman - 101 Broadway, Pitman between 5-5:50pm (Next to Library and across from Pitman Municipal Building). 
• This year - we will head across the street to Merryman's Pub! 
  • Party Details
    • Starts immediately after the run (6:30-9:30pm)
    • Holiday tunes with DJ Ron Riskie
    • One Drink Ticket for a Domestic or soda  per participant
    • Door Prize giveaways
    • Full Bar and Food Menu will be available
    • Best dressed competition!
• Bathrooms are available at the Public Library and Merrymans Pub. 
• At check-in you will receive your Light Run Event Medal (doubles as a Christmas Tree Ornament)
• The main group run starts at 6:00PM
• Course Map: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/130054 
• Toys will be accepted at Check-In for Toys for Tots (not mandatory)
• Pitman Parks and Rec is our Charity Partner
• Random Participants will be selected as Raffle winners and we will email you your prize info! :)
• The course will be marked, and we will have some course marshals at key locations.  Some signs are hard to see in the dark!  (But again - please familiarize yourself with the map!)
• Please feel free to wear some fun holiday gear - we will be having a BEST DRESSED competition and will award our favorite dressed runner!
• Roads are not closed - please follow pedestrian rules and be safe! That said, nearly all of the course offers sidewalks or wide shoulders!