2024 Shine a Light for Mental Health Glow Run
Saturday, June 3, 2023
Past event
5:30 PM EDT
Elizabeth City, North Carolina
$24.32 · 1 race
1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to illuminate the night at the 2024 Shine a Light for Mental Health Glow Run on Saturday, April 13th, 2024, in Elizabeth City, Pasquotank! This exciting event is not just a fun run; it's a vibrant celebration of mental health awareness and community wellness. Starting at 7 PM, participants will light up the evening as they run, walk, or scoot along the beautiful Elizabeth City State University campus. Dress in your most dazzling glow and neon attire for a chance to win the best-dressed prize!
In addition to the Glow Run, the festivities kick off earlier at 5 PM with the annual Community Wellness Fair. This fair will feature local organizations offering resources for holistic health, interactive activities, delicious food, and more. You'll also have the opportunity to explore the Art Showcase themed "It's okay to not be okay," where all forms of artistic expression are welcome. Attendees will get to vote for their favorite pieces, making this a truly community-driven event. Join us for a night of fun, awareness, and connection, all while supporting a great cause! Plus, educators, students, and military/vets can enjoy a $5 discount. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to shine a light
In addition to the Glow Run, the festivities kick off earlier at 5 PM with the annual Community Wellness Fair. This fair will feature local organizations offering resources for holistic health, interactive activities, delicious food, and more. You'll also have the opportunity to explore the Art Showcase themed "It's okay to not be okay," where all forms of artistic expression are welcome. Attendees will get to vote for their favorite pieces, making this a truly community-driven event. Join us for a night of fun, awareness, and connection, all while supporting a great cause! Plus, educators, students, and military/vets can enjoy a $5 discount. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to shine a light
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2023 Shine a Light for Mental Health Glow Run
Incl. $2.32 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed5:30 PM EDT
$24.32
Organiser's description
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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