Unbound Now's Light Up The Dark 5K
- Date Sat 12th April 2025
- Time 7:00PM EST
- Location Waco, Texas
- Price $22.50 - $48.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a night of fun and excitement at the Unbound Now's Light Up The Dark 5K, taking place on Saturday, April 12, 2025, in the beautiful Waco, McLennan area of Texas! This family-friendly glow-in-the-dark run aims to raise funds and awareness for the crucial anti-human trafficking work of Unbound. Whether you’re an experienced runner or just looking for a leisurely stroll, this event welcomes everyone to join the fight against human trafficking.
Join us at Cameron Park Zoo starting at 5:30 p.m. for a vibrant evening filled with food trucks, live music, and engaging games. The event kicks off with performances and story time, leading up to the 1K at 7:00 p.m. and the main 5K run at 7:30 p.m. If you can’t make it in person, no worries! You can participate virtually from anywhere in the world with the "Light Up the Dark in Spirit" 5K Sofa Edition. Register by March 17 to receive your Glow Global box filled with glow-in-the-dark goodies. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to make a difference while having a glowing good time!
Join us at Cameron Park Zoo starting at 5:30 p.m. for a vibrant evening filled with food trucks, live music, and engaging games. The event kicks off with performances and story time, leading up to the 1K at 7:00 p.m. and the main 5K run at 7:30 p.m. If you can’t make it in person, no worries! You can participate virtually from anywhere in the world with the "Light Up the Dark in Spirit" 5K Sofa Edition. Register by March 17 to receive your Glow Global box filled with glow-in-the-dark goodies. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to make a difference while having a glowing good time!
Organiser's Description
The UNBOUND NOW LIGHT UP THE DARK 5K is a fun, family-friendly glow-in-the-dark run to raise money and awareness for the anti-human trafficking work of Unbound. This annual event is fun for everyone, whether youre a slow walker or a professional runner! This year, we are offering in-person and virtual options to participants to fight human trafficking in Waco, Texas, and around the world. Build a team, set a goal, and raise funds on the side to end human trafficking!
IN-PERSON: Join us at CAMERON PARK ZOO IN WACO, TEXAS ON APRIL 12, 2025, for a night of fun and _wild_ experiences. We'll have food trucks, music, games, and a "glowing good time."
5:30 p.m. Event Opens
* Day-of check in and race kit pick up
* Performances
* Food trucks: TBD
* Photo booth
5:30-6:30 p.m. Kick-off and performances!
6 p.m. Fabled Bookshop story time!
6:30 p.m. Check-in/Registration for all events closes!
7:00 p.m. 1K
7:30 p.m. 5K run
Awards at the conclusion of the 5K
LIGHT UP THE DARK IN SPIRIT 5K SOFA EDITION (VIRTUAL): Fight human trafficking wherever you are in the world! Get your friends, family, or coworkers together to support Unbound. Register as an individual or set up a team and receive our _GLOW GLOBAL _box with glow-in-the-dark gear for you and your crew by mail, if you register by March 17th at 11:59 p.m.
We'll send out other info and ways to join in the fun to race registrants between now and race day. Make sure you're registered so we can keep you up to date! Share your ideas with us by tagging @unboundwaco, @unboundnow and using the hashtag #LightUpTheDark5K.
THANKS TO OUR AMAZING SPONSORS FOR MAKING THIS EVENT POSSIBLE!
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP IS TBD
IN-PERSON: Join us at CAMERON PARK ZOO IN WACO, TEXAS ON APRIL 12, 2025, for a night of fun and _wild_ experiences. We'll have food trucks, music, games, and a "glowing good time."
5:30 p.m. Event Opens
* Day-of check in and race kit pick up
* Performances
* Food trucks: TBD
* Photo booth
5:30-6:30 p.m. Kick-off and performances!
6 p.m. Fabled Bookshop story time!
6:30 p.m. Check-in/Registration for all events closes!
7:00 p.m. 1K
7:30 p.m. 5K run
Awards at the conclusion of the 5K
LIGHT UP THE DARK IN SPIRIT 5K SOFA EDITION (VIRTUAL): Fight human trafficking wherever you are in the world! Get your friends, family, or coworkers together to support Unbound. Register as an individual or set up a team and receive our _GLOW GLOBAL _box with glow-in-the-dark gear for you and your crew by mail, if you register by March 17th at 11:59 p.m.
We'll send out other info and ways to join in the fun to race registrants between now and race day. Make sure you're registered so we can keep you up to date! Share your ideas with us by tagging @unboundwaco, @unboundnow and using the hashtag #LightUpTheDark5K.
THANKS TO OUR AMAZING SPONSORS FOR MAKING THIS EVENT POSSIBLE!
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP IS TBD
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th April 2025 (7:30PM EDT)
$38.00
The Light Up the Dark 5K registration includes: -Finisher Medal -Event T-shirt -Glow Gear -Timing Chip This is a timed event!! There will be awards for the top 3 male and female finshers for each of the following age categories: 12-under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-up -
1k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 12th April 2025 (7:00PM EDT)
$22.50
The Light Up the Dark 1K registration includes: -Finisher Medal -Event T-shirt -Glow Gear This NOT a timed event! -
5K - Sofa Edition (Virtual)
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
$48.00
The 5K - Sofa Edition registration includes the whole "Light Up The Dark" Experience! You will receive a box from Unbound Now by mail with a "race kit" to make your virtual race a glow-in-the-dark great time! Stay comfy at home in your race day swag! There is no reason to show up to pick up your race day swag, we will mail it to you. -
1K - Sofa Edition (Virtual)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.50
The 1K - Sofa Edition includes the whole "Light Up The Dark" Experience! You will receive a box from Unbound Now by mail with a "race kit" to make your virtual race a glow-in-the-dark great time! Stay comfy at home in your race day swag! There is no reason to show up to pick up your race day swag, we will mail it to you.
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