Neon Nights 5K

• Parking & Course Directors
• Hospitality

Parking Directors High Priority

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August 1, 2026

4:30 pm EDT - 7:00 pm EDT (At least 6 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Parking directors assist JPPM staff with directing vehicles into designated parking areas. Individuals and volunteer groups are welcome. Report to JPPM staff in the parking field at 4:30 p.m.

Location

Jefferson Patterson Park Fields

Course Directors High Priority

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August 1, 2026

6:30 pm EDT - 8:30 pm EDT (At least 6 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Course Directors have postings throughout the race course to provide direction and encouragement to runners and walkers. Individuals and volunteer groups are welcome. Report to the Pavilion Field DJ booth at 6:00 p.m.

Location

Jefferson Patterson Park

Water Team High Priority

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August 1, 2026

4:30 pm EDT - 6:30 pm EDT (At least 5 more needed)

6:30 pm EDT - 8:30 pm EDT (At least 5 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Water teams set up stations at the Pavilion, finish line, and along the race course to help participants stay cool and hydrated. Report to the Pavilion Field DJ Booth at 6:15 p.m.

Location

Jefferson Patterson Park

Activities Medium Priority

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August 1, 2026

4:30 pm EDT - 6:30 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

6:30 pm EDT - 9:00 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

The Activities Team assists with setting up, monitoring, and breaking down lawn activities in front of the Pavilion. Tasks may include monitoring and participating in games, hula-hooping, applying temporary tattoos, operating bubble machines, distributing glow sticks, and encouraging guests to have a good time. Individuals and volunteer groups are welcome. Report to the Pavilion Field DJ Booth at 4:30 p.m.

Location

Jefferson Patterson Park Pavilion Lawn

Awards Medium Priority

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August 1, 2026

6:30 pm EDT - 8:30 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

The Awards Team hands out medals at the finish line and ensures runner safety by directing participants and spectators from the course toward the lawn, water stations, and activities. Report to the Pavilion Field DJ Booth at 7:00 p.m.

Location

Jefferson Patterson Park - Finish Line

Cheer Team Low Priority

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August 1, 2026

6:30 pm EDT - 8:30 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Cheer and encourage participants at the start and finish line or anywhere along the course. Cheer, clap, dance, hold signs, or share a thumbs-up. Individuals and volunteer groups are welcome. Report to the Pavilion Field DJ booth at 6:30 p.m.

Location

Jefferson Patterson Park

Amateur Photographers (aka Neon Nights Paparazzi) Low Priority

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August 1, 2026

5:00 pm EDT - 9:00 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Share your selfies, group photos, food pics, race course pics, sunset pics, and outfit pics. As race organizers, we can't catch every moment, but we hope you'll share your moments with us. Individuals and volunteer groups are welcome.

Location

Jefferson Patterson Park

Set up and/or Clean up Medium Priority

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August 1, 2026

3:30 pm EDT - 5:00 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

8:00 pm EDT - 9:00 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Arrive early to assist with setup and/or stay after to help with cleanup. Individuals and volunteer groups are welcome.

Location

Jefferson Patterson Park