Nightrun Trondheim begins at 19:00 from Ferista parking. Runners use headlamps for a 5.5 km trail race on the outskirts of Trondheim. The course is suitable for newer trail runners, featuring a surface of mostly gravel path with sections of forest trail and forest floor. The darkness makes the headlamp a necessary part of the run.
The route starts by the playground opposite Ferista parking and proceeds counterclockwise. The initial 2 km around the lake are relatively flat, followed by a steady 1.5 km climb towards the far end of Baklidammen. The final 1.5 km descend to the finish. Reflectors guide the way. Hoka and Ledlenser typically provide trail shoes and headlamps for participants to test or borrow. Separate men's and women's age classes are offered, with prizes for the top three overall finishers in each category, medals for all participants, and a prize draw to ensure the event acknowledges all runners.