Glow in the Park

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From Glow in the Park

  • Date Sat 2nd October 2021
  • Location Maidstone, Kent
  • Price £16.50 - £378.00
  • Races 9 races
  • Distances 5km

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Nighttime image of a "Foam Zone" event with people illuminated by colorful lights. The scene shows a large inflatable structure filled with foam and bubbles, while participants, wearing glow accessories and running gear, navigate through the foamy area under bright lighting.

Glow in the Park

Sat 2nd October 2021

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Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun and excitement at the Glow in the Park event, taking place on Saturday, October 2nd, 2021, in the vibrant town of Maidstone, Kent! Organised by Glow in the Park, this electrifying 5KM Fun Run invites participants of all ages and abilities to join in the festivities. Whether you prefer to run, walk, or dance, you'll be mesmerised by dazzling light shows and energising beats that will guide you through a magical course.

Experience the thrill of the Foam Zone, get playful in the UV Paint Blast Zone, and groove your way through the Time Tunnel. Glow in the Park is not just a race; it's a celebration of movement and joy, where everyone can shine bright. So gather your friends and family, and prepare to light up the night in this unique and exhilarating event! Don't miss out on the chance to experience the fun on October 2nd!

Glow in the Park

Sat 2nd October 2021

Nighttime image of a "Foam Zone" event with people illuminated by colorful lights. The scene shows a large inflatable structure filled with foam and bubbles, while participants, wearing glow accessories and running gear, navigate through the foamy area under bright lighting. A group of people, many dressed in vibrant and neon clothing, participate in a nighttime foam run. Two women in the foreground, covered in foam and smiling, pose together. They wear headlamps, race bibs, and have glow-in-the-dark paint on their faces and clothes. A large group of people are gathered outdoors at dusk, participating in a vibrant event. Many are dressed in neon-colored clothing and accessories, including tutus and headbands. Some have face paint and glow sticks, with their arms raised in celebration. A large group of runners wearing neon clothing and headlamps participate in a nighttime foam run. The participants are surrounded by thick foam, colorful lights, and appear to be enjoying the energetic and vibrant atmosphere. Three participants wearing running numbers and neon clothes are smiling during a nighttime event. They have headlamps and neon accessories, with illuminated backgrounds and smoke effects. The scene appears vibrant and festive. Participants in colorful outfits, including neon lights and tutus, run and walk during a night-time event. One woman with race bib "2220" raises her arms triumphantly, surrounded by runners on a wet, illuminated path with a dark sky in the background.

Organiser's Description

5KM Fun Run that you can Run, walk or dance your way round.

Electrifying light shows and energising beats will carry you around the course as you get your glow on in the Foam Zone, powder up in the UV Paint Blast Zone and get grooving in the Time Tunnel. Open to all abilities, young or old - whether you dance / walk / jog or run - Glow in the Park is your time to shine.

Races

  • 5k

    Early Bird Until September 1st

    £26.00

    CLOSED

  • 5k Child Entry

    Early Bird Until September 1st

    £16.50

    CLOSED

  • 5K VIP Entry

    Early Bird Until September 1st

    £45.00

    CLOSED

  • Team Entry - 4 People

    Group 4-10 People £20.50 a Head

    £82.00 per

    CLOSED
    Team 4

  • Team Entry - 5 People

    Group 4-10 People £20.50 a Head

    £102.50 per

    CLOSED
    Team 5

  • Team Entry - 6 People

    Group 4-10 People £20.50 a Head

    £123.00 per

    CLOSED
    Team 6

  • Team Entry - 8 People

    Group 4-10 People £20.50 a Head

    £164.00 per

    CLOSED
    Team 8

  • Team Entry - 11 People

    Group 11-20 People £19.50 a Head

    £214.50 per

    CLOSED
    Team 11

  • Team Entry - 21 People

    Group 21 People + (£18 a Head)

    £378.00 per

    CLOSED
    Team 21

Book

  • 5k

    Early Bird Until September 1st

    £26.00

    CLOSED

  • 5k Child Entry

    Early Bird Until September 1st

    £16.50

    CLOSED

  • 5K VIP Entry

    Early Bird Until September 1st

    £45.00

    CLOSED

  • Team Entry - 4 People

    Group 4-10 People £20.50 a Head

    £82.00 per

    CLOSED
    Team 4

  • Team Entry - 5 People

    Group 4-10 People £20.50 a Head

    £102.50 per

    CLOSED
    Team 5

  • Team Entry - 6 People

    Group 4-10 People £20.50 a Head

    £123.00 per

    CLOSED
    Team 6

  • Team Entry - 8 People

    Group 4-10 People £20.50 a Head

    £164.00 per

    CLOSED
    Team 8

  • Team Entry - 11 People

    Group 11-20 People £19.50 a Head

    £214.50 per

    CLOSED
    Team 11

  • Team Entry - 21 People

    Group 21 People + (£18 a Head)

    £378.00 per

    CLOSED
    Team 21

Course Details

The course is 2 laps of a 2.5km flat circuit and is marked by arrows and marshals. You will pass through our glow zones as you dance, jog, run or walk your way around the course. Don't forget its night time so the majority of the course will be dark, you must wear a head torch and look where you are going! The course is on paths, tracks, and some grass areas.

What's Included

Glow in the Park Head Band and finishers medal
A great night out exercising to music and lighting effects
Bar, food and event shop
On-site medical support team

  • A fun event for all the family
  • Raise monies for the nominated local charity Kent Association for the Blind https://www.kab.org.uk/

How to Get There

BY CAR

The Kent Event Centre at the Kent Showground is ideally suited for arrival by car. It is located on the A249 which is a busy dual carriageway. From the M20 Motorway. Exit the motorway at junction 7 and follow signs to Sittingbourne and Sheerness A249. The Kent Showground is clearly marked and is approximately 2 miles from the junction. From the M2 Motorway. Exit the motorway at junction 5, signposted Maidstone A249. The Kent Showground is approximately 5 miles from the junction. The postcode is ME14 3JF. Please note that it is best to follow the signs as you near the Showground rather than a sat nav.

PARKING

The on-site car park will be open from 5:15 pm.

Tickets can only be pre-purchased on our website. These tickets need to be printed and placed in your windscreen on the night.

Buy tickets here

Wear your headtorch whilst on foot in the car park as some areas are unlit.

BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT

By Bus – Arriva route 333 www.arrivabus.co.uk Tel:01622 690 577 There is the number 333 bus service to the Showground during the year. The bus can be caught at the Chequers Bus Station in Maidstone town centre.

By Rail – The nearest train station is Maidstone East. View the Timetable to the left or for more rail enquiries telephone: 08457 48 49 50. The Channel Tunnel is within a 40 minute drive (35 miles). Ashford International is a 20 minute drive (20 miles).

By Air – Gatwick Airport is just 41 miles and a 45 minute drive away.

By Ferry – Dover is within a 45 minute drive and 38 miles away.

By Taxi – Streamline 01622 750000, Express Cabs 01622 69000, Sapphire Cabs 01622 663000, Angels Express 01622 201020 Driven by women for women

Parking

Large car parking. Pre book your parking @ £6 per car on the Glow web page when entering

Location

Kent Showground
Detling
Maidstone
Kent
ME14 3JF

Team Entry

Entering as a group is cheaper and more fun. The bigger the group the cheaper it gets! You will need 4 or more people to enter as a group.

Shine brighter together!!!

Prices valid until 1st September 2021

£26.00 Per head. Save 13% Individual Entry

£20.50 Per head. Save 31% Group Entry (4 to 10 persons)

£19.50 Per head. Save 35% Group Entry (over 10 persons)

£18.00 Per head. Save 40% Group Entry (over 20 persons) £16.50 Per head. Save 45% Individual Child Entry

£45 Per head. Save 12.5% VIP

  • If your group size isn't featured, contact [email protected] and we will tailor a ticket for you!

VIP Tickets

Make the Glow in the Park experience that much better and book as a VIP.

Benefits include

VIP Car parking area next to the event entrance
Front line of the first start wave
VIP lounge with bar and bean bags
Gold bib number
Neon glow in the dark face paint set
Glow bracelets
VIP baggage store area
Bib numbers posted out pre-event
VIP Glow T-shirt

Event Day Schedule

5:15 pm - Car park and venue opens. Registration opens (Headbands and bib numbers to be collected at the event).

6:45 pm - Start party, warm-up, and DJ will get you Glowing!

7:00 pm - Start

Facilities

On-site catering vendors selling hot drinks and food
Toilets at the start/finish area
Free water station at the start/finish area
Medics located at the start/finish area and the halfway point
Event merchandise for sale

Spectators

The more the merrier! You will be able to enter the site from the main entrance. Do not go on to the course itself and please stay behind the crowd barrier. There is plenty of hot food and drink outlets in the start-finish area for your refreshment!

FAQs

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Children's Tickets

Child tickets are for children aged 6 - 14yrs only. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Any misuse of child tickets will be not be tolerated and persons will be removed from the event.

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