RUN THE NIGHT
JOIN US FOR THE ULTIMATE DESTINATION RACE RUNNING PARTY IN VEGAS
FEBRUARY 20-24, 2025
A DESTINATION RACE WEEKEND IN LAS VEGAS
Embrace your inner rock star and join Moms on the Run and Olympian Carrie Tollefson for a destination race weekend of fitness, fun and friendship at Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas.
This epic event combines all of the fun we’ve had in our last three destination race events and goes one step bigger: running the largest night-time race in the world! Bring your light-up socks, tutus and fun costumes, and get excited to run the #StripAtNight. Choose from multiple distances — 5K, 10K or half marathon — and run past iconic hotels from New York New York to Paris and the Bellagio fountain, or on Fremont Street, all the while being treated to live music up and down the course. This is more than just a race; it is a party!!
Come alone or with your best running friends and focus on whatever you need — pushing yourself during the race, enjoying social time with like-minded women, or relaxing at the pool or spa. Register today to take advantage of our early bird pricing. Let’s Glow!
“I can’t believe how much was included!”
JUST SOME OF WHAT YOU GET FOR YOUR VACATION INVESTMENT*
Our “mostly inclusive” destination race experience includes all of the following.
- 4 Nights Stay at the highly rated Park MGM hotel
- Welcome reception with our Founder Karissa and our National Fitness Director, Olympian Carrie Tollefson – appetizers included; cash bar available
- Awesome welcome swag
- Hike to the Hot Springs of the Black Canyon (Friday)
- Visit to Hoover Dam (Friday)
- Group workouts
- Pre-race pasta party
- Race VIP tent and pizza dinner
- Great race swag! (Discounted registration for our group is separate)
- Rockin’ Dance Party (+ late-night snacks)
- Speakers and additional group activities led by Carrie and her colleagues
- Convos with Carrie and other opportunities to engage with and learn from our favorite Olympian!
*All details subject to change pending final enrollment numbers
REGISTER TODAY FOR THE DESTINATION RACE
Get in early! Register today to be guaranteed the lowest package pricing with our early bird rates through August 26th!
If you’ve registered with a Moms on the Run franchise in recent years, use your local franchise username and password to login to our payment system. If you’ve never registered for classes, you will need to create an account. Review Terms & Conditions when you reserve your destination race spot.
DESTINATION RACE HOST RESORT & AMENITIES
Our accommodations are at Park MGM, where sustainability meets style on the Strip. This mega hotel is located in the heart of the Strip and is near the start line of the race. It features three pools, a spa, and is smoke-free — a rarity in Vegas.
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A free tram, the ARIA Express Tram, is an elevated track connecting Bellagio, Vdara, Park MGM, The Shops at Crystals and ARIA. The two minute, thirty second one way ride is from the Bellagio to Crystals Shopping Center to the Park MGM.
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A poolside restaurant conjures the South of France, and a bodega-style bar and eatery brings the best of LA’s food scene to the desert, courtesy of Chef Roy Choi. Enjoy flair without the formality at Bavette’s and savor a handcrafted cocktail at Juniper Cocktail Lounge. Try your luck at the table of your choice, or with a brew and a bite at BetMGM Sportsbook & Bar. Kick back in a cabana or relax in one of three pools. When the sun goes down, linger over drinks on the terrace—at Primrose, La La Noodle or the club On The Record.
- Pool oasis has three pools, two bars and plenty of comfy spots for lounging
- Beautiful spaces to dine and gather
- Coffee in the rooms
- Daily housekeeping service
- High-speed wireless internet
- Fully equipped fitness center
- The Spa at Park MGM
- Enjoy Starbucks onsite, plus many dining options, including Eataly and the Crack Shack
- Within walking distance to all that the strip has to offer
*We reserve the right to make any changes to the resort, accommodations and itinerary activities based on our final contract negotiations and event size.
Photo credits: MGM Resorts
THE RACE: RUN THE NIGHT!
Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas offers multiple race distances — a half, 10K and 5K – with great live music on the course. The race is known as the ultimate running party, where you’ll run The Strip or Fremont Street at night after a pre-race party in the entertainment capital of the world. You will receive a discounted pricing code after you register with us: $69 for the 5K, $109 for the 10K and $119 for the Half (plus processing fees). Or, take the Remix Challenge and race both Saturday night and Sunday night! Saturday night is the 5K on Fremont Street, for a completely different race experience from the Sunday races on the Strip.
- Rock ‘n’ Roll runners have access to the top nightclubs in Vegas. No wait and no cover — just flash your Runner Perks participant wristband and enjoy free entry and VIP access.
Awesome swag by our sponsors
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FitVine isn’t just a wine. It’s a revolution, a fun and audacious answer to the call of all of you who want to raise a glass without sacrificing your hard-earned gains at the gym. Sugar? Nah, don’t need it. Sulfites and tannins? Keep ’em low like your last set of reps. Flavor? Oh, it’s there alright, strutting its stuff like a runway model at a vino fashion show.
FRIDAY ADVENTURE – INCLUDED!
Join us for an exhilarating hike to Gold Strike Hot Springs of the Black Canyon. This 5.3 mile out-and-back trail involves rope-assisted scrambles and can be challenging, but we will take our time and you’ll be rewarded at the end with a soak in beautiful hot springs and a dip in the Colorado River. We’ll end our excursion with a visit to the world-famous Hoover Dam and a walk across the Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial bridge to Arizona! This activity is optional, of course, but you won’t want to miss it!
THE DETAILS
YOUR VACATION INVESTMENT
registration is now open!
Our destination-race package includes resort accommodations and amenities near start line, group activities and some group meals. The race entry fee, airfare and transportation are not included. Dining and Housing accommodations are at a premium and in high demand during Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas, so register early for the best price and to secure your spot in the event hotel!
Your Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas discount code (for any distance) will be in your NATIONAL GEMS account after you purchase your event package from us (not after placing your deposit).
4-NIGHT EVENT PACKAGE
Single Room: $2,200
Two to a Room: $1,700
Three to a Room: $1,550
Four to a Room: $1,500
3-NIGHT EVENT PACKAGE*
A 3-night package – Feb. 21-24 – is available if ALL roommates want to stay only 3 nights. Please note the 4 night package is the best value; Thursday night rooms and Thursday airfare both cost less, so this will not be a significant savings. The 3 night package does not include Friday daytime activities. Reach out to angela@momsontherun.com to request this purchase option, and Angela will provide the private registration link once she hears from all roommates.
*Plan to arrive in Las Vegas by 4 p.m. on Friday, since the welcome reception is currently scheduled for 5 – 7 p.m.
EVENT SCHEDULE
This was our schedule for 2024 Run the Coast as an example. Details have not been finalized for 2025, but you’ll enjoy something similar, with plenty of free time to enjoy the sights of the city and race weekend party!
The race on Sunday is the cornerstone of the destination weekend. Running is not required; cheering for friends is a blast! All activities are optional. Our schedule and activities will be finalized based on enrollment numbers in November. Here is the tentative schedule* (subject to change):
Thursday night
- Chill and enjoy the bonus free night that you never get at home!
- Meet up for happy hour
Friday
- Morning – Circuit strength workout
- Afternoon – group hike with Carrie
- Evening – kick-off event and welcome reception
Saturday
- Morning – group shakeout run and yoga
- Afternoon – group expo visit and free time (minimal cost for use of uber or public transportation); explore the city, enjoy the local trails and scenery, go shopping, or whatever else you choose!); optional whale watching tour
- Evening – pasta dinner with guest speaker
Sunday
- Morning – destination race and post-race party at our finish line tent
- Afternoon – free time and REST!
- Evening – Food Tour Dinner and Finisher Fiesta Dance Party
Monday
- Morning/Afternoon – for those with evening flights, enjoy an optional visit La Jolla and Coronado Island!
WEEKEND WITH CARRIE
Whether you’ve already met Olympian Carrie Tollefson or this will be your first chance, you’ll quickly agree when we describe her as the fun girl next door who just happens to be a hall-of-fame elite runner and broadcaster.
You’ll hear her on ESPN and NBC Sports as a commentator at the Chicago, Boston and New York marathons, internationally at track and field championships, at home on her C Tolle Run podcast, and in Paris this year at the Summer Games! She also loves to coach women at Moms on the Run as National Fitness Director and be mom to her three kids: Ruby, Greer and Everett. Carrie will lead the fun during our destination weekend activities — but beware, you never know when she’ll break out in dance moves!
REGISTRATION TEES
Don’t miss out on our Run the Night Shirt with reflective print! Purchase your shirt for just $29 (includes shipping to franchise location). The shirt sizing chart can be found here.
Get signed up today for a weekend of fitness, fun & friendship!
AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION
Transportation is not included. Our host hotel is 3 miles from LAS airport. While those who have cars will receive a reduced parking rate at our resort, renting a car is not necessary since public transportation is easy to use and the city is very walkable.
FAQs
WHAT IF I’M LOCAL TO THE AREA & PREFER TO SLEEP AT HOME?
WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE A ROOMMATE?
WHAT WILL IT COST?
HOW SOON DO I NEED TO REGISTER?
Early registration is critical for us to be able secure the maximum amount of space at the hotel and to make appropriate accommodations for our group activities based on our participant numbers. Please submit your destination race registration as soon as possible to ensure you receive the room type of your choice. Our hotel block may sell out quickly and rooms will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; rooms selling out will increase registration rates and we reserve the right to place participants at nearby hotels if needed. All members of your party must be registered in order for us to officially secure your room.
WHAT LEVEL RUNNER DO I NEED TO BE?
ALL fitness levels are welcome to join us — from newbies to experienced racers — and there are a variety of destination race options to participate in. The shortest distance is a 5K, so it would be good if you are able to do 3 miles in run/walk intervals, regardless of pace. Or, just come for a girls’ getaway and to cheer on your teammates! You don’t have to race.
WHEN IS MY PAYMENT DUE?
Event payment in full can be made at the time of registration, or through October 31*, you can take advantage of our payment plan, which will divide your balance into 3 monthly payments with the first payment starting at the time of registration.
*During the month of November, we will offer a 2 month payment plan.
WHAT IF I’M LOCAL TO THE AREA & PREFER TO SLEEP AT HOME?
We’re able to sell you a weekend package without hotel at a slightly reduced rate. Package includes ALL group meals and activities and the administration of the event. No custom packages are available.
WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE A ROOMMATE?
New running friends await! We can match up roommates 2-to-a-room. If we aren’t able to find a match for your 2-to-a-room selection, we can offer a refunded registration minus our current processing fee. If you are registering for 3 or 4-to-a-room option, you must find your own roommates.
WHAT IF I HAVE DIETARY NEEDS?
We are able to accommodate basic dietary needs that you note on your destination race registration form. We reserve the right to charge a fee for these accommodations if we incur administrative costs, including fees passed on to us from our meal service venues, which is becoming more common practice. If you have needs beyond gluten free/dairy free/vegetarian, please contact us to inquire.
WHAT WILL IT COST?
See Financial Investment section above. Our exact package price will be dependent on the number of roommates you have, and the upgrades you choose (if applicable). Our event package will include lodging, resort fees, and some meals and group activities. It will not include all meals, transportation or the race. The posted price is the price you can expect based on your preferred number of nights and roommates. Please note the race (at a discount) will need to be purchased separately. We offer payment plans, allowing you to divide your registration into monthly payments for a nominal administrative fee of $10 per payment.
*Note that room prices for 4-to-a-room are not half of the 2-to-a-room rates; there are additional resort charges when 3-4 share a room instead of 2. All rooms housing 2, 3 or 4 will have two queen beds. Single rooms may have 2 queen beds or 1 king, while inventory lasts. Register early!
WHY JOIN OUR DESTINATION RACE?
Our adventures are fun! See footage from our past trips:
2022: Run Clearwater, FL
2023: Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona