Light the Way 5k: Walk On Rock On For Mental Wellness
Event summary
After crossing the finish line, don't miss the chance to celebrate with live music from local favorites like R&J Acoustics, Fiction Love, and Walter Lee, along with an engaging speaker session. The day will be filled with community spirit, delicious eats from local food trucks, and opportunities to connect with organizations dedicated to mental health. Plus, the first 250 5K finishers will receive finisher medals, and all Kids Dash participants will be recognized. Mark your calendars for this uplifting event that promises to inspire hope and resilience—register today to be part of this meaningful experience!
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Kids Dash
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Parents / guardians are welcome to run alongside kids dash registrants at no additional cost.
Entries closed5:30 PM CDT
$38.10
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5k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
This event is timed & scored.
Entries closed6:00 PM CDT
$48.70
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No Run Fun! - Shirt Only
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
This event is for shirt only - this is NOT a registration event linked to any run/walk distance. Please report to packet pickup / check-in to collect your shirt.
Entries closed6:00 PM CDT
$22.20
Organiser's description
PRESENTED BY THE EVIE EFFECT & TRUE VINE BREWING COMPANY
Light the Way 5K is more than a race. It is a MOVEMENT to shine a light on mental wellness, suicide prevention, and community support. Together, we are fostering hope, awareness, and resiliency while making meaningful connections.
MORE THAN A RUN: AN EXPERIENCE THAT INSPIRES
After crossing the finish line, stay for live music and an inspiring speaker session featuring:
LIVE MUSIC: R&J Acoustics, Fiction Love and Walter Lee
FEATURED SPEAKER: TBD
AWARDS for Top 3 Kids Dash finishers (boys & girls) and Top 3 overall 5K finishers (male & female) will be presented on stage after the run.
RUNNER PERKS
FINISHER MEDALS for the first 250 5K finishers and all Kids Dash participants
DRINK COUPON redeemable at True Vine Brewing Company for a beer or non-alcoholic beverage
FREE LIVE CONCERT and Speaker Session included with registration
EATS AND COMMUNITY FUN
Come hungry! Local food trucks and Sola Bread will be on-site serving up delicious eats.
Explore sponsor and nonprofit booths to connect with organizations dedicated to mental health and well-being.
RACE DETAILS AND SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, APRIL 17 EARLY PACKET PICKUP
True Vine Brewing Company
alarm clock 5:30 8:00 PM
SATURDAY, APRIL 18 RACE DAY
True Vine Brewing Company
alarm clock 4:00 5:00 PM | Check-In and Day-of Packet Pickup
5:00 PM | OPENING CEREMONY
WORDS FROM CO-FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, Jessica Domingos
WARM-UP
5:30 6:00 PM | Kids Dash (Ages 12 and Under)
6:00 7:00 PM | 5K Run/Walk
7:00 9:00 PM | Live Concert and Speaker Session
REGISTER TODAY!
Customize your experience by selecting a registration with or without a t-shirt. March 18 is the last day to register with a guaranteed t-shirt.
ABOUT THE EVIE EFFECT
The Evie Effects mission is to change the publics perception of mental wellness and suicide by fostering a community of advocacy, awareness, and education. We envision a world where mental well-being flourishes and suicide prevention is a priority.
SAFETY NOTICE
ALL participants across ALL events MUST wear a bib while on course.
The Kids Dash event is not timed. The 5K event is timed.
Location
True Vine Brewing Company, 2453 Earl Campbell Parkway, Tyler, 75701, TX, United States
Light the Way 5k: Walk On Rock On For Mental Wellness
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