WS Chronicle

United Way of Forsyth County will host its annual Moonlight Madness Race and 2024 campaign kick-off at Bailey Park in downtown Winston-Salem on Friday, Sept. 13. The race is open to the public and is suitable for a wide range of runners from beginner-level runners to elite competitors.

The event will offer four separate races, including a timed Monster Mile and a Two-Headed Monster Challenge, both starting at 7:20 p.m., as well as an untimed mile family fun run/walk beginning at 7:21 p.m. The featured event of the evening is a timed 5K run/walk starting at 8 p.m. 

In addition, there will be food trucks available beginning at 6 p.m., along with craft beer selections and live music provided by DJ Diesel from Cheers MC starting at 6:30 p.m. The event will conclude with race awards and a family friendly glow party lasting until approximately 9:30 p.m.

Runners can form teams with friends, family, co-workers, or anyone else. Teams that register five or more racers will receive a $5 discount on their registration fees. Teams that register ten or more racers will get a reserved space to set up for the party in the park. The largest team will receive a special award alongside the overall and age group finishers in the 5K and Monster Mile. Additionally, in partnership with The Race Series, all participants will have the opportunity to receive awards and points via their grading system.

For additional information and race registration, please go to runsignup.com/Race/NC/WinstonSalem/MoonlightMadness.

Moonlight Madness is sponsored by Reynolds, Truist, Leonard Ryden Burr – Jason Bragg Realtor, Foothills Brewing, Splendor, and Fleet Feet.