Abstract: Light emitting footwear includes an upper housing, a sole and a lighting unit. The sole is positioned beneath the upper housing and includes a translucent midsole and an outsole having a tread pattern along the bottom end thereof. The lighting unit is disposed within the midsole and functions to light the entirety of the midsole so as to illuminate an area 360 degrees about the shoe. The lighting unit includes a housing that is protected through its location within the midsole arch, and a single light strip is positioned from the heel along the entirety of the midsole to the toe. The lighting unit is powered by a rechargeable battery and is selectively operated by a switch that is located along the upper body.