FGSO Glow 5k Run / 1 Mile Walk
- Date Thu 5th November 2026
- Time 6:30PM CST
- Location Tahlequah, Oklahoma
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an electrifying evening at the 2nd Annual FGSO Glow 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk on November 5, 2026, at Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, OK! Starting at 6:30 PM, this vibrant event promises to transform the campus into a dazzling neon playground filled with lights, music, and excitement. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this celebration of community and first-generation pride is perfect for everyone.
Participants can choose to either race the 5K for just $30 or enjoy the 1 Mile Walk for $25. The first 75 registrants will receive a FREE T-shirt, so don’t miss out on this glowing opportunity! The course features three loops around NSU, with glowing displays and a tunnel of lights that will make you feel like you're running through a kaleidoscope of colors. Plus, everyone who crosses the finish line will receive a medal, with special awards for the top three 5K finishers.
Come early to join the pre-race party starting at 5:00 PM, featuring yard games, music, and plenty of glow fun. This is more than just a race; it's a night of
Participants can choose to either race the 5K for just $30 or enjoy the 1 Mile Walk for $25. The first 75 registrants will receive a FREE T-shirt, so don’t miss out on this glowing opportunity! The course features three loops around NSU, with glowing displays and a tunnel of lights that will make you feel like you're running through a kaleidoscope of colors. Plus, everyone who crosses the finish line will receive a medal, with special awards for the top three 5K finishers.
Come early to join the pre-race party starting at 5:00 PM, featuring yard games, music, and plenty of glow fun. This is more than just a race; it's a night of
Organiser's Description
THE 2ND ANNUAL FGSO GLOW 5K RUN & 1MILE WALK!
Hosted by the FIRST GENERATION STUDENT ORGANIZATION at Northeastern State University
Get ready because once the sun goes down, the campus will transform into a neon playground of lights, music, and movement. The FGSO Glow Run is BACK and brighter than ever. Whether youre a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or someone who just wants to vibe with glowsticks and good energy, this night is built for YOU.
This isnt just a race -- Its a glowpowered celebration of community, fun, and firstgen pride.
EVENT DETAILS
DATE: November 5, 2026
alarm clock RACE TIME: 6:30 PM
LOCATION: Seminary Hall at Northeastern State University 609 N Grand Ave, Tahlequah, OK
REGISTRATION COST:
* 5K RUN - $30
* 1MILE WALK - $25
BONUS: First 75 people to register snag a FREE Tshirt so sign up early and shine even brighter.
WHAT MAKES THIS RUN EPIC?
sparkles A COURSE THAT GLOWS
As the sky fades to dusk, the campus lights up with neon colors, glowing displays, and a full tunnel of lights that will make you feel like youre running through another dimension. The course features three full loops around NSU, starting and ending right in front of Seminary Hall.
Glowsticks? Everywhere.
Neon? Mandatory.
Energy? Off the charts.
VIBES FOR DAYS
Expect music, cheering, glowing decorations, and a crowd thats ready to hype you up from start to finish. Whether youre sprinting or strolling, youll feel the excitement the entire way.
EVERYONE GETS A MEDAL
Cross the finish line, and youll walk away with a medal because every participant deserves to shine.
PLUS: Special 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals for the top 3 overall 5k finishers.
No professional timing company this year, but dont worry well have volunteers recording everyones finish times.
PACKET PICKUP
In front of Seminary Hall
NOVEMBER 4: 4:00 PM 6:00 PM
NOVEMBER 5: 5:00 PM 6:00 PM
Grab your packet, get your glow gear ready, and take a moment to soak in the excitement before race night.
COME EARLY THE PARTY STARTS BEFORE THE RACE
Starting at 5:00 PM, well have yard games, music, and glow fun happening out front. Bring your friends, bring your family, bring your hype this is your chance to hang out, warm up, and enjoy the prerace glow party.
RUN. GLOW. REPEAT.
Whether this is your first 5k or your fiftieth, the FGSO Glow Run is designed to be unforgettable. Its bright, its bold, its full of energy and its one of the most fun nights youll have on campus all year.
So lace up, light up, and get ready to shine!
Well see you at the starting line!
FGSO@nsuok.edu
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!!
NSU Student Success Center [https://www.instagram.com/nsustudentsuccesscenter/]
Hosted by the FIRST GENERATION STUDENT ORGANIZATION at Northeastern State University
Get ready because once the sun goes down, the campus will transform into a neon playground of lights, music, and movement. The FGSO Glow Run is BACK and brighter than ever. Whether youre a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or someone who just wants to vibe with glowsticks and good energy, this night is built for YOU.
This isnt just a race -- Its a glowpowered celebration of community, fun, and firstgen pride.
EVENT DETAILS
DATE: November 5, 2026
alarm clock RACE TIME: 6:30 PM
LOCATION: Seminary Hall at Northeastern State University 609 N Grand Ave, Tahlequah, OK
REGISTRATION COST:
* 5K RUN - $30
* 1MILE WALK - $25
BONUS: First 75 people to register snag a FREE Tshirt so sign up early and shine even brighter.
WHAT MAKES THIS RUN EPIC?
sparkles A COURSE THAT GLOWS
As the sky fades to dusk, the campus lights up with neon colors, glowing displays, and a full tunnel of lights that will make you feel like youre running through another dimension. The course features three full loops around NSU, starting and ending right in front of Seminary Hall.
Glowsticks? Everywhere.
Neon? Mandatory.
Energy? Off the charts.
VIBES FOR DAYS
Expect music, cheering, glowing decorations, and a crowd thats ready to hype you up from start to finish. Whether youre sprinting or strolling, youll feel the excitement the entire way.
EVERYONE GETS A MEDAL
Cross the finish line, and youll walk away with a medal because every participant deserves to shine.
PLUS: Special 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals for the top 3 overall 5k finishers.
No professional timing company this year, but dont worry well have volunteers recording everyones finish times.
PACKET PICKUP
In front of Seminary Hall
NOVEMBER 4: 4:00 PM 6:00 PM
NOVEMBER 5: 5:00 PM 6:00 PM
Grab your packet, get your glow gear ready, and take a moment to soak in the excitement before race night.
COME EARLY THE PARTY STARTS BEFORE THE RACE
Starting at 5:00 PM, well have yard games, music, and glow fun happening out front. Bring your friends, bring your family, bring your hype this is your chance to hang out, warm up, and enjoy the prerace glow party.
RUN. GLOW. REPEAT.
Whether this is your first 5k or your fiftieth, the FGSO Glow Run is designed to be unforgettable. Its bright, its bold, its full of energy and its one of the most fun nights youll have on campus all year.
So lace up, light up, and get ready to shine!
Well see you at the starting line!
FGSO@nsuok.edu
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!!
NSU Student Success Center [https://www.instagram.com/nsustudentsuccesscenter/]
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