Ionia Community Awareness Glow Run
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 9:00PM EDT
- Location Ionia, Michigan
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a spectacular evening at the Ionia Community Awareness Glow Run on Saturday, September 19, 2026! Kicking off at 9 PM right after the Ionia Community Awareness Cruise, this fun-filled 5K run/walk will illuminate the streets of downtown Ionia. Starting at the corner of Steele and Adams Streets, participants will wind through the vibrant neighborhoods, showcasing local businesses while embracing the festive spirit of the night.
Dress to impress in your brightest neon clothing and glow-in-the-dark gear! Whether it’s glow sticks, LED accessories, or vibrant face paint, the more colorful you are, the better! Join fellow community members as they line the route to cheer on participants, wave encouraging signs, and create a supportive atmosphere. The event will wrap up behind the historic Ionia Theatre, where delicious concessions will be available for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate community spirit, raise awareness, and create lasting memories. Plus, all proceeds from the Glow Run will support Ionia Community Awareness/Purple Week, making every step count for a great cause!
Dress to impress in your brightest neon clothing and glow-in-the-dark gear! Whether it’s glow sticks, LED accessories, or vibrant face paint, the more colorful you are, the better! Join fellow community members as they line the route to cheer on participants, wave encouraging signs, and create a supportive atmosphere. The event will wrap up behind the historic Ionia Theatre, where delicious concessions will be available for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate community spirit, raise awareness, and create lasting memories. Plus, all proceeds from the Glow Run will support Ionia Community Awareness/Purple Week, making every step count for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
Glow Run 2026 5k run/walk will take place on Saturday, September 19 at 9pm (immediately following the Ionia Community Awareness Cruise in downtown Ionia). The fun run/walk will begin at the corner of Steele and Adams Streets and wind through downtown, showcasing many of Ionia's neighborhoods and local businesses.
Participants are encouraged to embrace the spirit of the event by wearing neon clothing and as much glow gear and illuminated apparel as possible. The brighter, the better! Whether it's glow sticks, LED accessories, glowing face paint, or vibrant neon attire, help light up the night as you make your way along the course.
Community members are encouraged to join in the excitement by lining the route, cheering on participants, creating encouraging signs, and leaving their porch lights on to help light the way. The event will conclude behind the historic Ionia Theatre, where concessions will be available for participants, families, and spectators to enjoy.
Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, Glow Run 2026 is a fun opportunity to celebrate community, promote awareness, and bring people together for an unforgettable evening in downtown Ionia.
All proceeds from this 5k will go to support Ionia Community Awareness/Purple Week.
Participants are encouraged to embrace the spirit of the event by wearing neon clothing and as much glow gear and illuminated apparel as possible. The brighter, the better! Whether it's glow sticks, LED accessories, glowing face paint, or vibrant neon attire, help light up the night as you make your way along the course.
Community members are encouraged to join in the excitement by lining the route, cheering on participants, creating encouraging signs, and leaving their porch lights on to help light the way. The event will conclude behind the historic Ionia Theatre, where concessions will be available for participants, families, and spectators to enjoy.
Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, Glow Run 2026 is a fun opportunity to celebrate community, promote awareness, and bring people together for an unforgettable evening in downtown Ionia.
All proceeds from this 5k will go to support Ionia Community Awareness/Purple Week.
Races
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Glow Run 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00PM EDT)
$32.80
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Main St, Ionia, 48846, MI, United States
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