Northern Lights 5K Fun Run
- Date Fri 19th September 2025
- Time 8:00PM EDT
- Location Traverse City, Michigan
- Price $23.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to glow at the 8th Annual Northern Lights 5K Fun Run on Friday, September 19, 2025, in the beautiful setting of Traverse City, Grand Traverse! This vibrant evening event kicks off at 8:00 PM from the Parking Lot K at Munson Medical Center Campus. Designed to raise awareness for HIV care and prevention resources in Northern Michigan, the Northern Lights 5K invites participants of all ages to run, walk, or crawl while embracing the fun and excitement of the night.
Not only will you enjoy a timed race through a glowing course, but you'll also receive a neon event tee (available to early registrants), post-race snacks, and a finisher medal. Compete for cash prizes with $300 for the top overall male and female finishers, as well as additional prizes for the top three finishers in each division. Plus, don't miss the chance to win extra cash in the Northern Lights Finisher Drawing and the Northern Lights Spirit Drawing by showcasing your best neon or glow-in-the-dark gear! Register early to ensure your participation in this spectacular event and help support vital services in our community. Mark your calendars and get ready to shine!
Not only will you enjoy a timed race through a glowing course, but you'll also receive a neon event tee (available to early registrants), post-race snacks, and a finisher medal. Compete for cash prizes with $300 for the top overall male and female finishers, as well as additional prizes for the top three finishers in each division. Plus, don't miss the chance to win extra cash in the Northern Lights Finisher Drawing and the Northern Lights Spirit Drawing by showcasing your best neon or glow-in-the-dark gear! Register early to ensure your participation in this spectacular event and help support vital services in our community. Mark your calendars and get ready to shine!
Organiser's Description
GET READY TO GLOW!
Thomas Judd Care Centers 8th Annual Northern Lights 5K Fun Run
Friday, September 19 | 8:00 PM
Start & Finish: Parking Lot K, Munson Medical Center Campus
Lace up your sneakers and light up the night! Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Northern Lights 5K Fun Run, hosted by the Thomas Judd Care Center to raise awareness for HIV care and prevention resources across Northern Michigan.
Whether you're running or walking, this 5K course offers glowing fun, community spirit, and a chance to make a difference!
Registration Includes:
* Neon event tee (limited to early registrantsdont wait!)
* Timed event
* Post-race snacks
* Finisher medals
CASH PRIZES!
Top Overall Male & Female Finisher: $300
Male & Female Division:
* 1st Place: $150
* 2nd Place: $100
* 3rd Place: $50
We're turning up the excitement this year with new cash prize drawings:
* Northern Lights Finisher Drawing - All race finishers (run, walk, crawl) will be entered to win one of three $50 cash prizes!
* Northern Lights Spirit Drawing - Show off your glow! Embrace the theme and light up the night with your best neon, LED, or glow-in-the-dark gear. All creatively lit-up and enthusiastically dressed racers will be entered to win $100 cash prize!
Come prepared with extra clothes and time to cheer on other runners as they cross the finish line. Celebrate wellness and support for others! You must be present to win drawings at the completion of the race!
IMPORTANT DATES:
* Registration Opens: Friday, April 18 at 8:00 AM
* Registration Closes: Friday, September 11 at 11:59 PM
There is no race-day registrationdont miss your chance!
* Packet Pickup: Wednesday, September 17 | 4:00 PM 7:00 PM
5041 N. Royal Drive, Suite 1, Traverse City
Course map coming soon!
red heart Why We Run
The Thomas Judd Care Center works to promote wellness and prevent HIV transmission by providing holistic, compassionate care for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS in Northern Michigan. Your participation helps support life-changing services in our community.
READY TO SHINE? REGISTER EARLY TO GUARANTEE YOUR RACE TEE AND JOIN US FOR A GLOWING GOOD TIME!
Thomas Judd Care Centers 8th Annual Northern Lights 5K Fun Run
Friday, September 19 | 8:00 PM
Start & Finish: Parking Lot K, Munson Medical Center Campus
Lace up your sneakers and light up the night! Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Northern Lights 5K Fun Run, hosted by the Thomas Judd Care Center to raise awareness for HIV care and prevention resources across Northern Michigan.
Whether you're running or walking, this 5K course offers glowing fun, community spirit, and a chance to make a difference!
Registration Includes:
* Neon event tee (limited to early registrantsdont wait!)
* Timed event
* Post-race snacks
* Finisher medals
CASH PRIZES!
Top Overall Male & Female Finisher: $300
Male & Female Division:
* 1st Place: $150
* 2nd Place: $100
* 3rd Place: $50
We're turning up the excitement this year with new cash prize drawings:
* Northern Lights Finisher Drawing - All race finishers (run, walk, crawl) will be entered to win one of three $50 cash prizes!
* Northern Lights Spirit Drawing - Show off your glow! Embrace the theme and light up the night with your best neon, LED, or glow-in-the-dark gear. All creatively lit-up and enthusiastically dressed racers will be entered to win $100 cash prize!
Come prepared with extra clothes and time to cheer on other runners as they cross the finish line. Celebrate wellness and support for others! You must be present to win drawings at the completion of the race!
IMPORTANT DATES:
* Registration Opens: Friday, April 18 at 8:00 AM
* Registration Closes: Friday, September 11 at 11:59 PM
There is no race-day registrationdont miss your chance!
* Packet Pickup: Wednesday, September 17 | 4:00 PM 7:00 PM
5041 N. Royal Drive, Suite 1, Traverse City
Course map coming soon!
red heart Why We Run
The Thomas Judd Care Center works to promote wellness and prevent HIV transmission by providing holistic, compassionate care for individuals affected by HIV/AIDS in Northern Michigan. Your participation helps support life-changing services in our community.
READY TO SHINE? REGISTER EARLY TO GUARANTEE YOUR RACE TEE AND JOIN US FOR A GLOWING GOOD TIME!
Races
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5K Run/ Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & Moisture Wicking Unisex T-Shirt
Fri 19th September 2025 (8:00PM EDT)
$23.50
This is FUN RUN promoting HIV awareness! Signs, bright colors, and words of encouragement are welcome!
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