Red White Glow 5K
- Date Sat 13th June 2026
- Time 9:00PM CDT
- Location Pontiac, Illinois
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a glow-in-the-dark adventure at the Red White Glow 5K on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in Pontiac, Livingston! This exciting nighttime run/walk is set to take place at The Oaks at River's Edge, where participants can enjoy a vibrant 5K run or a 1.5-mile walk along a beautifully illuminated course. The evening kicks off with a special Flag Day ceremony at 7:00 PM, followed by the race starting at 9:00 PM.
Join in on the fun and support two fantastic charities: Broken Together, dedicated to enhancing the physical and mental well-being of veterans, and the Pontiac Elks Lodge 1019 Veterans Fund, which serves vital veteran causes in the community. While all participants will receive a t-shirt and glow necklaces, 5K runners will also compete for age group awards and a unique finishers medal. The course will be lit with glowsticks, but don’t forget to bring a flashlight or headlamp for added visibility. After the race, enjoy music on the patio, delicious food, and refreshing drinks as we celebrate the spirit of community and support for our veterans. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of fun and camaraderie!
Join in on the fun and support two fantastic charities: Broken Together, dedicated to enhancing the physical and mental well-being of veterans, and the Pontiac Elks Lodge 1019 Veterans Fund, which serves vital veteran causes in the community. While all participants will receive a t-shirt and glow necklaces, 5K runners will also compete for age group awards and a unique finishers medal. The course will be lit with glowsticks, but don’t forget to bring a flashlight or headlamp for added visibility. After the race, enjoy music on the patio, delicious food, and refreshing drinks as we celebrate the spirit of community and support for our veterans. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night of fun and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
UPDATE: THE PRICE HAS BEEN REDUCED SINCE WE HAVE SO MANY PARTICIPANTS THAT WE DON'T HAVE ANY FINISHERS MEDALS LEFT TO OFFER. ALL 5K RUNNERS ARE STILL IN CONTENTION FOR THE AGE GROUP AWARDS HOWEVER.
A NIGHTTIME RUN/WALK TO BENEFIT BROKEN TOGETHER AND THE PONTIAC ELKS LODGE 1019 VETERANS FUND
Race around the golf course at The Oaks at River's Edge in Pontiac, IL at night in this 5K Run / 1.5 Mile Walk.
There will be a Flag Day ceremony at 7:00pm and the race will start at 9:00pm. After the race there will be an awards ceremony, including music on the patio. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
All 5K and 1.5 mile participants will get a t-shirt and glow necklaces. All 5K participants will also get a finishers medal.
Age group awards for the 5K!
THE COURSE WILL BE LIT UP BY GLOWSTICKS, HOWEVER, FLASHLIGHTS AND HEADLAMPS ARE STILL ENCOURAGED TO IMPROVE VISIBILITY.
Broken Together is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that aims to improve physical and mental health in the Veteran community through adventure and endurance sports in a team environment. Visit https://teambrokentogether.com/ for more information.
The Pontiac Elks Lodge 1019 Veterans Fund works to serve Veteran causes throughout Livingston County, IL.
COME OUT AND SUPPORT THESE 2 GREAT CHARITIES!
A NIGHTTIME RUN/WALK TO BENEFIT BROKEN TOGETHER AND THE PONTIAC ELKS LODGE 1019 VETERANS FUND
Race around the golf course at The Oaks at River's Edge in Pontiac, IL at night in this 5K Run / 1.5 Mile Walk.
There will be a Flag Day ceremony at 7:00pm and the race will start at 9:00pm. After the race there will be an awards ceremony, including music on the patio. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
All 5K and 1.5 mile participants will get a t-shirt and glow necklaces. All 5K participants will also get a finishers medal.
Age group awards for the 5K!
THE COURSE WILL BE LIT UP BY GLOWSTICKS, HOWEVER, FLASHLIGHTS AND HEADLAMPS ARE STILL ENCOURAGED TO IMPROVE VISIBILITY.
Broken Together is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that aims to improve physical and mental health in the Veteran community through adventure and endurance sports in a team environment. Visit https://teambrokentogether.com/ for more information.
The Pontiac Elks Lodge 1019 Veterans Fund works to serve Veteran causes throughout Livingston County, IL.
COME OUT AND SUPPORT THESE 2 GREAT CHARITIES!
Races
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5K Run - Price Reduced (No Finisher Medal)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (9:00PM CDT)
$32.80
CLOSEDChip timed event -
1.5 Mile Walk - Price Reduced (No Finisher Medal)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (9:00PM CDT)
$27.50
CLOSED
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