Blacklight Run | Portland 2026

Event Details

The Blacklight Run™ is none other than the brightest, most fun 5K out there. At the Blacklight Run™ we aren’t focused on how fast or how far you can run, what type of exercise you enjoy, or if you’re an avid runner. We don’t care if you’ve never run a day in your life! Instead, we welcome any and all participants looking for a glowing good time. Whether you sprint it, run it, or walk it, it doesn’t matter to us! We simply want you to enjoy it. This up to three miles race will be the best event you’ve ever spent with your friends and family—we promise.

Event Rules:

• Wear a white shirt (any white T-shirt will work).
• You will finish covered in Blacklight Run™ UV Glow Powder, that will glow in our Blacklight Zones™ and at the Blacklight Run After Party™.

Schedule & Logistics

Packet Pick-up: Date and time will be emailed before the event. Photo ID required. $5.00 fee for race day pick-up. Packets can be picked up for others if their waiver is signed.

Pre-order Merchandise: Must be picked up by start time on race day or at packet pickup. Unclaimed items will be forfeited.

Race Day Packet Pick-up: Available with a $5 (Cash Only) same-day check-in fee. Arrive early.

Parking: Up to a $20 fee (cash only). Arrive early.

Bag Check: NO bag check available. Leave valuables in the car.

Starting Line: Waves of runners released every 2-5 minutes.

Race Bib: Must be attached to the front of your shirt. Required to be on the course.

Pre-Race Party: Starts 45 minutes before the race. Features music and chances to win glow gear.

Spectators: No charge for spectators. Viewing areas available at the start/finish line. Carpooling recommended.

Water Stations: Available on the course and at the finish line.

After Race Party: Features glow powder and blacklights.

Refunds: No refunds. Tickets can be transferred to another athlete. Contact [email protected] for more information.

Check out our FAQ’s HERE for further questions.