Light up the Knight – Night of 3200s 2026 — Rockaway, NJ

Date
July 22, 2026
Location
Rockaway, NJ
Venue
520 W Main St
Start Time
6:00 PM
Entry Fee
$5.00 – $35.00
Events
400 Meter Fun Run, 1600 Youth Mile, 3200 - Under the Lights
Includes
T-Shirt
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Light up the Knight starts at 6:00 PM on July 22, 2026, in Rockaway, New Jersey, giving you a full day to arrive and settle into your hotel before the evening event. The race takes place at 520 W Main Street and offers three distances: 400m, 1600m, and 3200m, so whether you're looking for a short speed workout or a longer effort, there's an option to match your fitness level. Entry fees range from $5 to $35 depending on which distance you choose. This is a straightforward track-based event ideal for runners seeking a focused night of racing without a full-day commitment.

From the Race Organizer
The Light up the Knight meet is a community based event hosted at the historic Morris Hills Track featuring their brand new state of the art track. From weekend warriors, to youth runners, Light up the Knight is the perfect way to break up your summer training and test your limits at the 3200m distance on the track! We will have music and snacks! Free Ice Cream and Ice Pops for all youth runners! Meet Start Time: 7:15pm Your registration helps the Morris Hills Spiked Shoe Club support student-athletes with equipment, meet expenses, and a positive team experience. We are offering four events: 100 Meter - Ages 1 - 6 Free Fun Run (Sign up Day Of) 400 Meter - Ages 1 - 6 (Mixed Gender Heats) 1600 Meter - Ages 7 - 14 (Mixed Gender Heats) 3200 Meter High School/Adult (Mixed Gender Heats) Entry Fees: 400 Meters - $5 early entry fee through 6/30/26, late entry is $10 with online signup closing on 7/17/26 (late entries may not receive a t-shirt). 1600 & 3200 - $25 early entry fee through 6/30/26, late entry is $35 with online signup closing on 7/17/26 (late entries may not receive a t-shirt). Tentative Schedule 7:15 - 100m Free Fun Run 7:30 - Youth 400m Fun Run 7:45 - 1600m 8:15 - 3200m HS/Adult ** All events will be mixed Gender ** Athletes will compete unattached **Youth runners are allowed to run the 3200 as well. ** T shirt customization will be awarded to winners of each Heat for both genders courtesy of Gary Shirts Co. Any questions please email mjdigennaro@mhrd.org

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Light up the Knight – Night of 3200s 2026 — Rockaway, NJ?

Light up the Knight – Night of 3200s 2026 — Rockaway, NJ takes place on July 22, 2026. The race is held in Rockaway, New Jersey.

Where is Light up the Knight – Night of 3200s 2026 — Rockaway, NJ held?

Light up the Knight – Night of 3200s 2026 — Rockaway, NJ is held at 520 W Main St in Rockaway, New Jersey.

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