Neon Run 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date Fri 8th May 2026
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Waldorf, Maryland
- Price $27.50 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Get ready to light up the night at the Neon Run 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run on Friday, May 8, 2026, in Waldorf, Charles! This vibrant and exciting event is the third annual fundraiser for Grace Christian Academy, and it's all about community spirit and fun. Last year’s event raised over $10,000, and this year, your participation will help enhance the educational experience at GCA.
Join us for a family-friendly evening starting at 5 p.m., featuring food trucks, bounce houses, DJ music, and backyard games. The Fun Run kicks off at 6:00 p.m., perfect for students aged 3 through second grade and their parents, while the Neon Run 5K, a thrilling 3.1-mile course, begins at 7:00 p.m. Open to all runners, including students from third through eighth grade, participants can choose to run or walk. Each registered runner will receive an event T-shirt, bib, and shoe chip for timing. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a night of fun and fitness!
Join us for a family-friendly evening starting at 5 p.m., featuring food trucks, bounce houses, DJ music, and backyard games. The Fun Run kicks off at 6:00 p.m., perfect for students aged 3 through second grade and their parents, while the Neon Run 5K, a thrilling 3.1-mile course, begins at 7:00 p.m. Open to all runners, including students from third through eighth grade, participants can choose to run or walk. Each registered runner will receive an event T-shirt, bib, and shoe chip for timing. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a night of fun and fitness!
Organiser's Description
Join us for Grace Christian Academy's third annual all-school fundraiser, Glow Run 2025! Last year was a huge success with your participation, raising over $10,000 and we are even more excited about this year's event!
We are raising funds this year for various needs within the school community. Your participation goes directly towards enhancing the overall educational experience at GCA. Every donation, no matter the size, plays a vital role in the betterment of our school. Together, let's make a difference and empower the next generation of leaders at Grace Christian Academy.
DOORS OPEN
This family-friendly, GCA community event begins at 5 p.m. We will have food trucks, bounce houses, DJ music, and backyard games.
Packet Pick-up will also start at 5:00 pm for both events at the race site.
FUN RUN - ONE MILE
The Fun Run is for any student (age 3 through second grade) and his/her parent (if you choose). The Fun Run begins at 6:00 p.m. Each registered participant will receive an event T-shirt on the day of this event.
NEON RUN - 5K (3.1 MILES)
The Neon Run is for all runners, including students (third through eighth grade) and family members. The race begins at 7:00 p.m. Participants are welcome to run or walk this course. On the day of the event, each registered participant will receive an event T-shirt, bib, and shoe chip for timing.
We are raising funds this year for various needs within the school community. Your participation goes directly towards enhancing the overall educational experience at GCA. Every donation, no matter the size, plays a vital role in the betterment of our school. Together, let's make a difference and empower the next generation of leaders at Grace Christian Academy.
DOORS OPEN
This family-friendly, GCA community event begins at 5 p.m. We will have food trucks, bounce houses, DJ music, and backyard games.
Packet Pick-up will also start at 5:00 pm for both events at the race site.
FUN RUN - ONE MILE
The Fun Run is for any student (age 3 through second grade) and his/her parent (if you choose). The Fun Run begins at 6:00 p.m. Each registered participant will receive an event T-shirt on the day of this event.
NEON RUN - 5K (3.1 MILES)
The Neon Run is for all runners, including students (third through eighth grade) and family members. The race begins at 7:00 p.m. Participants are welcome to run or walk this course. On the day of the event, each registered participant will receive an event T-shirt, bib, and shoe chip for timing.
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