About the Event
The Night Nation Run is the World’s 1st Running Music Festival an ultimate blend of a Music Festival and a Fun Run. Experience a music filled course with Live DJs, Light Shows, Bubble Zones, Neon and Black Lights. Cross the finish line into an Epic Main Stage After Party featuring Top Headliner DJs.
Start and Finish at iconic SOLDIER FIELD! Run along the waterfront with epic views of the CHICAGO city skyline! Enjoy a once in a lifetime running experience as we Light Up The Night together!
To date over 1 million people across the World have become a member of the Night Nation! Celebrate Life. Celebrate friends and family. Celebrate Music. Run with the Night Nation!
Event Schedule:
5:00 pm - GATES OPEN
If you attended pre-packet pickup you DO NOT need to check-in at the event.
6:00 pm - PRE-PARTY BEGINS
First DJ comes on stage at 6:00 pm. If you’re coming to party, make sure to get there early and DANCE to get loose before the run! The pre-party will go on all the way up to the race starting at 7:30 pm.
7:30 pm - THE FIRST WAVE STARTS
The first wave starts at 7:30 pm , additional waves will go off every few minutes. Don’t miss out on the start line experience with live DJ’s, giveaways, and interactive light show!
COURSE
You will find multiple party zones with live DJ’s, Dancers, Light-shows, Selfie-Stations, and Glow Gear giveaways! We encourage you to dance and party as long as you like. If you’re looking to set your 5K personal record, this might not be the run for you!
MAIN STAGE AFTER PARTY
After you cross the finish line the real party begins! On the main stage multiple DJ’s will bring the house down. Dance the night away, as lights, fog, cryo, confetti, and giveaways rain down on you! This all leads up to our surprise headliner DJ!
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Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 8:30 p.m. ET 
11:00 a.m. ET • 10:00 a.m. CT • 9:00 a.m. MT • 8:00 a.m. PT 
