Tarleton State University’s Glow Run 5k
- Date Sun 12th April 2026
- Time 7:30PM CDT
- Location Stephenville, Texas
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to light up the night at Tarleton State University’s Annual Glow Run 5K on Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Stephenville, Erath! This unique nighttime Walk/Run event welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels to join in the fun while promoting health and wellness within the community. Dress in your brightest neon or glow-in-the-dark gear as you navigate the invigorating glow-in-the-dark campus route, complete with an aid station and lively music to keep your spirits high.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to stay active, the Glow Run 5K is the perfect opportunity to shine. Early bird registration is available until March 13, ensuring you get the best deal while securing your bib, T-shirt, and glow goodies. With exciting award categories and refreshments along the course, this event promises to be a memorable night filled with energy and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this illuminating experience—mark your calendars and get ready to glow!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to stay active, the Glow Run 5K is the perfect opportunity to shine. Early bird registration is available until March 13, ensuring you get the best deal while securing your bib, T-shirt, and glow goodies. With exciting award categories and refreshments along the course, this event promises to be a memorable night filled with energy and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this illuminating experience—mark your calendars and get ready to glow!
Organiser's Description
The Annual Glow Run 5K, nighttime Walk/Run is a one-of-a-kind event that really lets people of all ages GLOW as they promote health and wellness for all and encourages students, faculty/staff and community alike to participate regardless of their level of fitness.
Everyone is invited to be a part of the 2026 Glow Run 5K and run at night wearing your brightest neon or glow in the dark outfit and gear. This Walk/Run 5K will invigorate participants through the glow in the dark campus route while enjoying an aid station and music.
REGISTRATION FEES:
. EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: 2/2/2026 3/13/2026
o $30.00 and includes Bibs, 5k T-shirt, & glow goodies
o (Tarleton Students are FREE)
. REGULAR REGISTRATION: 3/14/2026 4/11/2026
o $35.00 and includes Bibs & glow goodies
o (Tarleton Students are FREE)
. LATE REGISTRATION: 4/12/2026
o $40.00 and includes Bibs & glow goodies
o (Tarleton Students are FREE)
Virtual 5K Options
. Early Bird Registration: 2/2/2026 3/13/2026
o $25.00 and includes 5k T-shirt, & glow goodies
o Virtual race packets will be mailed, unless you inform us that you will pick up during Early Packet Pick-Up
o (Tarleton Students are FREE)
. Regular Registration: 3/14/2026 4/11/2026
o FREE glow goodies only
o Virtual race packets will be mailed, unless you inform us that you will pick up during Early Packet Pick-Up
o (Tarleton Students are FREE)
AWARD CATEGORIES:
Medals for all runners
Early Packet Pick-Up: 4/7/2026 4/10/2026
Pre-Race Bib Pick-Up at Rec Center on Monday Friday, from 12:00pm 7:00pm
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
Staff Arrives at 2:00pm
Check-In begins Sunday, April 12 at 4:30pm 6:30pm inside the Rec.
Pre-Race Meeting 7:15 pm / Race will begin at 7:30pm.
Additional Information:
Refreshments will be available on the course
For additional information and route map, visit our website at www.tarleton.edu/campusrec [https://www.tarleton.edu/campusrec]
Everyone is invited to be a part of the 2026 Glow Run 5K and run at night wearing your brightest neon or glow in the dark outfit and gear. This Walk/Run 5K will invigorate participants through the glow in the dark campus route while enjoying an aid station and music.
REGISTRATION FEES:
. EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: 2/2/2026 3/13/2026
o $30.00 and includes Bibs, 5k T-shirt, & glow goodies
o (Tarleton Students are FREE)
. REGULAR REGISTRATION: 3/14/2026 4/11/2026
o $35.00 and includes Bibs & glow goodies
o (Tarleton Students are FREE)
. LATE REGISTRATION: 4/12/2026
o $40.00 and includes Bibs & glow goodies
o (Tarleton Students are FREE)
Virtual 5K Options
. Early Bird Registration: 2/2/2026 3/13/2026
o $25.00 and includes 5k T-shirt, & glow goodies
o Virtual race packets will be mailed, unless you inform us that you will pick up during Early Packet Pick-Up
o (Tarleton Students are FREE)
. Regular Registration: 3/14/2026 4/11/2026
o FREE glow goodies only
o Virtual race packets will be mailed, unless you inform us that you will pick up during Early Packet Pick-Up
o (Tarleton Students are FREE)
AWARD CATEGORIES:
Medals for all runners
Early Packet Pick-Up: 4/7/2026 4/10/2026
Pre-Race Bib Pick-Up at Rec Center on Monday Friday, from 12:00pm 7:00pm
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
Staff Arrives at 2:00pm
Check-In begins Sunday, April 12 at 4:30pm 6:30pm inside the Rec.
Pre-Race Meeting 7:15 pm / Race will begin at 7:30pm.
Additional Information:
Refreshments will be available on the course
For additional information and route map, visit our website at www.tarleton.edu/campusrec [https://www.tarleton.edu/campusrec]
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