Join us for the 14th Annual Full Moon Trail Run at Lewis Park & Trails! Every fall, we gather under the light of the full moon for a one-of-a-kind night run (or walk!) through this hidden gem on Springfield’s west side. With tiki torches lining the trails and flashlights in hand, it’s a fun, laid-back way to support a beautiful local park.

This event is free, but donations are encouraged—proceeds go directly to trail upkeep and park maintenance. LPT is run by a nonprofit and relies on events like this to keep the park thriving.

Limit: First 200 participants

Deadline: Online registration closes at *11:59 PM on Wednesday, October 1st*

Cost: Free to attend; *donations encouraged*

On-site registration: Available only if cap is not reached

Early check-in bonus: The first 150 pre-registered participants to check in will receive a commemorative item (while supplies last)

Donations can be mail to:

Lewis Park & Trails
475 S. Koke Mill Road
Springfield, IL 62711

Donations are tax-deductible. LPT is a non-profit, not affiliated with the Springfield Park District.

Lewis Park & Trails (LPT), formerly Lewis Memorial Acres, was a generous gift donated by Irene Lewis in 1984. In her will, she wished to provide the land to create a Christian park for the community. The forty acres represent a beautiful prairie and wooded setting for recreation, relaxation, and reflection. The park is governed by a non-profit board that oversees the maintenance and development of the park. If you are interested in assisting with LPT please contact any of the event volunteers.

Run: ~3 miles through prairie and wooded trails
Walk: ~1 mile, family-friendly loop

Walk starts ~5 minutes after the run

Trails are marked and lightly technical—watch for roots, ruts, and a few logs!

Bring a GOOD flashlight or headlamp—this is a must! Reflective gear adds to the fun and keeps everyone safe.

This is a fun run—no timing, no pressure

All participants must check in before starting

   No water stations—grab a bottle at check-in

   One port-a-potty available

   Weather permitting, we’ll have a bonfire going for all to enjoy

   Plan to run 1–2 minutes slower per mile than your usual road pace

   We’ll only cancel if conditions are unsafe (check Facebook for updates)

For event-related questions, please click on the Contact the Organizers button on the left-hand side of this page.