Nike After Dark Tour

We’ve always believed in the power of the run to move us forward. We’re at our best when we step to the line and run toward something, together. So join us and thousands of other women on the starting line for a one-of-a-kind night race, in a city that’s one-of-one. The kind of run you can look forward to and a legendary post-race concert to celebrate, together. Where the finish line is just the start to a weekend of music, style and connections that can only happen here.

Race day

07 JUNE 2025 6:30PM (PST)

SoFi Stadium INGLEWOOD

Community Partners for the After Dark Tour: Los Angeles 13.1.

STUDENTS RUN L.A
GOOD360.

Race details

The Journey

We’ve got your back with a full training plan from the start of your journey to the day of the race. Train with the thousands of women who are ready to push themselves to their limit, together, through in-person experiences and interactive runs on the NRC app. Our training plans are designed to build your strength and skills to take on 13.1 miles.

The Weekend

Before race day, you’ll head to The Grove to pick up your race packet, gain athlete inspiration, enjoy pre-race services, and join thousands of women runners ready to run together. Get race-day ready from head to toe with us, from June 5 through June 7, 2025.

The Race

Your run kicks off just outside the legendary SoFi Stadium and sweeps you through the vibrant streets of Inglewood, passing iconic landmarks and surprise experiences to fuel your determination, mile after mile. Cross the finish line into SoFi Stadium where a legendary post-race celebration will await you, featuring an epic night of music and live performances.

*Race course subject to change

Distance

13.1 MI

Surface

Road

Landmarks

Elevation

20M

Temp. range

55-60°F at the time

Get ready

Learn about your stop on the Nike After Dark Tour and start training for when the night comes.

Get set

Gear up to run, train and hit the ground running on race day.

Run LA

Show up, push yourself and celebrate with a post-race experience unlike anything you've ever been a part of.

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Post-race concert

Featuring: Doechii

Your post-race celebration

Get ready to take in a concert as electrifying, kinetic, and unforgettable as the race you just ran. Race finishers will gain exclusive access to the post-race party, headlined by special guest, Grammy Award winning artist Doechii. After Dark Los Angeles just took the late-night vibes to the next level.

Train in your city

Los Angeles
San Diego
New York City
Raleigh
Austin
Miami
Atlanta

The Nike After Dark Tour LA team invites you to join us for a workout at an iconic Angeleno destination in the Arts District. Training for a race is hard work. Week after week, mile after mile, it's easy to feel alone in the struggle. The Night Shift is your chance to connect with other athletes and get that boost you need to power through.

This workout, led by Nike Trainers Rene Wiley and Lauren Schramm, is designed to challenge your training and push you into a new zone as the starting line gets closer. As darkness falls, you'll push through miles with athletes who don't make excuses—they make progress. But what waits at the finish line? Push past your limits and see what The Night Shift has in store.

Training plans

Prep yourself for the ultimate late-night street race with an in-app Training Plan curated by Coach Taylor, get tips based on local conditions, or use live location sharing to train with your community all around the world.

Head Coach Diljeet Taylor

Head Coach Diljeet Taylor led BYU to 2 Cross Country National Championships and has coached 110 All-Americans. Now she's got your back as you step into the night. Train with her in the Nike Run Club App.

gear up for the race

responsive cushioning

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supportive cushioning

The reliable support of Supportive Cushioning gives runners a stable, guided ride. Try it out in Nike’s Structure line.

max cushioning

For ultimate comfort and a plush ride on long, easy runs, grab a pair with Max Cushioning built in. Available on Nike Vomero models.

Race rules

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The Race

Last updated: April 16, 2025

The Nike After Dark Los Angeles 13.1 is a running experience unlike any other, geared toward the female runner who loves a new challenge! Runners will gather outside the legendary SoFi Stadium and complete a specially designed course with immersive experiences and surprise pop-ups to fuel her determination, mile after mile. After the unforgettable finish at SoFi Stadium, the post-race concert and celebration will kick off under the night sky.

The race will start at 6:30pm on June 7, 2025. Runners must be in their start corrals by 6:00pm.

The race start will be at Hollywood Park, adjacent to SoFi Stadium, at 1001 Stadium Drive, Inglewood, CA 90301.

Participants must be 14 years or older on race day.
Participants 14-17 years of age must have permission from their parent or legal guardian permitting them to participate in the race. Consent form must be presented at packet pickup in order to participate. For a copy of the release form for minors, please contact our Customer Service team at afterdarktour@nike.com.
Participants must be able to complete the 13.1-mile distance in three hours (3:00), finishing by 10:00pm. The course will reopen for public use on a rolling schedule based on this time limit.
The sale and/or transfer of race entries/bib numbers is strictly prohibited.
All participants must be familiar with and abide by the Event Rules.

All participants must maintain a 15-minute per mile pace during the race. Those unable to keep this pace will be picked up by a race vehicle and transported to the finish line, where they can still enjoy the post-race festivities.

Yes, there will be pace leaders for the following finish times: 1:30, 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, and 3:00. *(hrs:mins).

The Nike After Dark Los Angeles 13.1 is a rain or shine event.

Yes. Nike After Dark Los Angeles 13.1 welcomes Adaptive Athletes. There will be divisions for Wheelchair and Ambulatory Athlete with Disability (AAWD) athletes. If selected in the drawing, a customer service representative will contact you to discuss your specific needs, and provide additional details about the Adaptive Athlete Program.

On the registration form, select “Yes” for the question “Will you participate in the Adaptive Athlete division?” A customer service representative will follow up with you to gather additional details and discuss any necessary accommodations.

Yes, guide or support runners are allowed for athletes who require assistance. Please indicate your need for guide or support runners during the follow-up with our Customer Service team.

Visit afterdarktour.nike.com/la or contact afterdarktourla@nike.com to register a group to volunteer.

Yes, we invite spectators to support runners at the start/finish and along the course. No spectators will be allowed inside SoFi Stadium.

Nike is proud to support Students Run LA and Good360.

Students Run LA (SRLA) creates a safe, supportive community at 190 public schools, welcoming more than 3,200 students of all backgrounds and abilities to train alongside their volunteer teachers to complete the Los Angeles Marathon.

Good360 partners with socially responsible companies to source highly-needed donated goods and distribute them to communities in need through its diverse network of more than 100,000 vetted nonprofits.

Race Details

The Nike After Dark Los Angeles 13.1 course starts and ends at the iconic SoFi stadium.

Yes, the course will be certified by USATF.The certification number will be posted on the map when it’s available.

The course elevation profile will be posted on the course map after certification is complete.Check back closer to race day for all the details!

Yes, runners will be assigned start corrals based on their pace.Your bib number will correspond to your corral.Follow the signs after bag check to find your designated corral.

Yes, you can move back to a slower corral to join friends, but moving forward to a faster corral is not allowed.To make this change, visit the Solutions Desk at Packet- Pick Up.

If you don’t meet the pace cutoff, no worries, you’ll be transported to the finish line.

The finish line will be on Champions Way outside of SoFi Stadium.

Yes, there will be four medical aid stations along the course, plus medical care at the Start and Finish lines.

For everyone’s safety, strollers, joggers, skateboards, rollerblades, bicycles, motorized devices, or any other wheeled vehicles aren’t allowed on the course.

Road closure details will be available once confirmed with the City of Inglewood and supporting agencies.Check with our customer service team for updates closer to race day.

There will be awards for the top three finishers.Stay tuned for more details.

Yes, a timing transponder will be provided at packet pickup and must be worn during the race.

Race Weekend & Race Day

You will be given a clear plastic bag at Packet Pick Up. This is the only bag that will be accepted at Bag Check on race day. The following items are prohibited from the race:

Atlanta Track Club (Atlanta, GA)
Purses larger than a clutch bag
Coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, diaper bags, and cinch bags
Non-approved seat cushions
Luggage, computer bags, or any bag exceeding the size limit

For a full list of permitted and prohibited items, please visit SoFi Stadium Policies.

The Expotique and Race Packet Pick Up will be at The Grove (189 The Grove Dr Space Q-30, Los Angeles)
Packet Pickup Schedule:

Thursday, June 5, 2025 → 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday, June 6, 2025 → 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday, June 7, 2025 → 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Runners must pick up their own race packet and are required to show a government-issued photo ID that reflects the name they registered under. No exceptions are permitted.

No, all bibs and race packets must be picked up in person at the Nike Expotique at The Grove (189 The Grove Dr Space Q-30, Los Angeles).

Bag Check will be located at American Airlines Plaza inside SoFi Stadium, near the start line. All items must be screened before entering, and only items in the clear bag provided at Packet Pickup will be allowed for Bag Check.

General Inquiries

Yes, the exclusive After Dark capsule will be available both online and in select stores prior to race day.

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Registration

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No, you must apply for each race separately.

As part of the registration process you will be required to provide a credit card number and, should your application be successful, the event registration fees will be debited from your card. Your credit card will not be charged unless you accept the Event Terms & Conditions and Participant Release. When completing the application please use a credit card that has an expiration date of March 2025 or later.

No. Your registration is non-transferable. Sale and/or transfer of race entries/bib numbers is strictly prohibited and will result in the disqualification and/or banning of any individuals involved from future events. All entry fees are non-refundable.

Please contact the Nike After Dark Los Angeles 13.1 Customer Service team at afterdarktour@nike.com.

A confirmation email including payment will be sent upon acceptance.

All race entries are non-refundable. There are no exceptions for surgeries or injuries. All race fees are non-refundable and will not be applied to future participation or transferred to any future Nike events.

Yes. Each participant must read and agree to/sign a Participant Release during the registration process. If you’re under 18, your parent or legal guardian must sign a printed Participant Release. The printed Participant Release must be brought to Packet Pick Up and submitted to Nike before a minor will be given a race bib. For a copy of the release form for minors, please contact our Customer Service team at afterdarktour@nike.com.

Please contact Customer Service at afterdarktour@nike.com

Training

The Nike Run Club App has everything you need to start running, keep running, and prepare for the Nike After Dark Los Angeles 13.1. Download the App to access the official Nike After Dark training plan.

Training experiences will be coming to a city near you, details to be released. And even if you’re running by yourself, we're with you. The Nike Run Club App lets you connect with friends and other runners through experiences and challenges — in your neighborhood or across the globe. Download the App now.

Yes. Find a training partner in a community near you.

The Post-Race Concert

Kick off the post-race party celebrating your accomplishments with an epic performance by Doechii - winner of the 2025 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding New Artist, 2025 Grammy for Best Rap Album, and 2023 Billboard Women in Music Rising Star. Additional entertainment and curated experiences will be available througho

SoFi Stadium, at 1001 Stadium Drive, Inglewood, CA 90301.

Your race bib is your entry to the post-race concert.

No, the post-race services and concert are reserved for registered race participants only. Entry will be granted only via race bib.

Yes, at packet pickup, parents will be presented with a ticket to access the post-race concert and finish venue.

Entertainment and curated post-run services and experiences will be available throughout the event.

No, the post-race concert at SoFi stadium is limited to registered race participants only.

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