2024 Shine a Light for Mental Health Glow Run
Saturday, April 13, 2024
Past event
7:00 PM EDT
Elizabeth City, North Carolina
$16.90 · 1 race
1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a radiant evening at the 2024 Shine a Light for Mental Health Glow Run on Saturday, April 13th, 2024, in Elizabeth City, Pasquotank! This exciting event takes place on the picturesque campus of Elizabeth City State University, where participants can join a vibrant fun run starting at 7 PM. As the sun sets, runners, walkers, and scoot enthusiasts are encouraged to don their brightest glow and neon attire to light up the night. Don't miss your chance to win a prize for the best-dressed participant!
Before the run, the Community Wellness Fair kicks off at 5 PM, featuring local organizations dedicated to promoting whole health supports and mental wellness. Enjoy interactive activities, delicious food, and a chance to engage with community programs that prioritize mental health. This year's Art Showcase theme, "It's okay to not be okay," invites all forms of artistic expression, from music to dance, with a chance for participants to vote for their favorite entry. Join us for this uplifting event that not only promotes mental health awareness but also supports a great cause, with all proceeds benefiting the Villages of North Carolina. Don't forget, educators, students, and military members can enjoy a $5 discount!
Before the run, the Community Wellness Fair kicks off at 5 PM, featuring local organizations dedicated to promoting whole health supports and mental wellness. Enjoy interactive activities, delicious food, and a chance to engage with community programs that prioritize mental health. This year's Art Showcase theme, "It's okay to not be okay," invites all forms of artistic expression, from music to dance, with a chance for participants to vote for their favorite entry. Join us for this uplifting event that not only promotes mental health awareness but also supports a great cause, with all proceeds benefiting the Villages of North Carolina. Don't forget, educators, students, and military members can enjoy a $5 discount!
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2024 Shine a Light for Mental Health Glow Run
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Entries closed7:00 PM EDT
$16.90
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Join us Saturday, April 13th as we raise awareness for mental health at our 3rd Glow Run for Mental Health and Community Wellness Fair!
This years Glow Run will take place on Elizabeth City State Universitys campus. The fun run will begin at 7pm, just as the sun is beginning to set so participants can actually light up the night as they run, walk, and scoot! Glow and neon attire encouraged - there will be a prize for best dressed!
In addition to the Glow Run, well be hosting our annual Community Wellness Fair which will feature community organizations and agencies that provide whole health supports. This year were extremely excited to partner with several of ECSUs programs and departments to share how they support mental health. The Wellness Fair begins at 5pm and will include interactive activities, food, and more!
Finally, this year we are thrilled to bring back our Art Showcase. This years theme is Its okay to not be okay and all forms of artistic entries are welcome - music, spoken word, dance, etc! Entry is FREE and all pieces will be displayed at the Glow Run. Participants and attendees of the Glow Run & Wellness Fair will be able to vote for their favorite and the piece with the most votes will win a prize!
This event is hosted by the Villages of a North Carolina, a nonprofit organization that represents the 29 counties in northeastern North Carolina. All proceeds go to benefit the Villages of North Carolina in their regional resource hub that will launch late 2024.
*Educators, students, and military/vets receive a $5 discount.
This years Glow Run will take place on Elizabeth City State Universitys campus. The fun run will begin at 7pm, just as the sun is beginning to set so participants can actually light up the night as they run, walk, and scoot! Glow and neon attire encouraged - there will be a prize for best dressed!
In addition to the Glow Run, well be hosting our annual Community Wellness Fair which will feature community organizations and agencies that provide whole health supports. This year were extremely excited to partner with several of ECSUs programs and departments to share how they support mental health. The Wellness Fair begins at 5pm and will include interactive activities, food, and more!
Finally, this year we are thrilled to bring back our Art Showcase. This years theme is Its okay to not be okay and all forms of artistic entries are welcome - music, spoken word, dance, etc! Entry is FREE and all pieces will be displayed at the Glow Run. Participants and attendees of the Glow Run & Wellness Fair will be able to vote for their favorite and the piece with the most votes will win a prize!
This event is hosted by the Villages of a North Carolina, a nonprofit organization that represents the 29 counties in northeastern North Carolina. All proceeds go to benefit the Villages of North Carolina in their regional resource hub that will launch late 2024.
*Educators, students, and military/vets receive a $5 discount.
Location
1704 Weeksville Rd, Elizabeth City, 27909, NC, United States
2024 Shine a Light for Mental Health Glow Run
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