Unbound Now's Light Up The Dark 5K Presented by Chick-fil-A
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 5:30PM CDT
- Location Waco, Texas
- Price $7.00 - $48.00
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
Event summary
Get ready for an electrifying evening at the Unbound Now's Light Up The Dark 5K, presented by Chick-fil-A, on Saturday, April 18, 2026! This vibrant event will take place at the stunning Cameron Park Zoo in Waco, McLennan, and promises a fun-filled experience for participants of all ages. Whether you're a competitive runner or a casual walker, join us in raising money and awareness for the vital anti-human trafficking efforts of Unbound.
The festivities kick off at 5:30 p.m. with food trucks, music, and games, leading up to the 1K race at 7:00 p.m. and the exciting 5K run at 7:45 p.m. Participants can choose to join the in-person event or opt for the virtual "Light Up The Dark in Spirit" 5K, allowing everyone to contribute to this important cause from anywhere in the world. Gather your friends and family, form a team, and make a difference while enjoying a glowing good time! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to shine a light on a critical issue while having fun!
The festivities kick off at 5:30 p.m. with food trucks, music, and games, leading up to the 1K race at 7:00 p.m. and the exciting 5K run at 7:45 p.m. Participants can choose to join the in-person event or opt for the virtual "Light Up The Dark in Spirit" 5K, allowing everyone to contribute to this important cause from anywhere in the world. Gather your friends and family, form a team, and make a difference while enjoying a glowing good time! Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to shine a light on a critical issue while having fun!
Organiser's Description
The UNBOUND NOW LIGHT UP THE DARK 5K PRESENTED BY CHICK FIL A 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 18, 2026, for a night of fun and _wild_ experiences. We'll have food trucks, music, games, and a "glowing good time." YOU MUST HAVE A ZOO SPECTATOR PASS TO GET INTO THE ZOO IF YOU ARE NOT REGISTER FOR THE 5K OR 1K EVENT.
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!
6:30 p.m. Check-in/Registration for all events closes!
7:00 p.m. 1K
7:45 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 16th 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 18, 2026, for a night of fun and _wild_ experiences. We'll have food trucks, music, games, and a "glowing good time." YOU MUST HAVE A ZOO SPECTATOR PASS TO GET INTO THE ZOO IF YOU ARE NOT REGISTER FOR THE 5K OR 1K EVENT.
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!
6:30 p.m. Check-in/Registration for all events closes!
7:00 p.m. 1K
7:45 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 16th 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 18th April 2026 (7:45PM CDT)
$43.00
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 18th April 2026 (7:00PM CDT)
$27.50
The Light Up the Dark 1K registration includes: -Finisher Medal -Event T-shirt -Glow Gear This NOT a timed event! -
Spectator Zoo Pass
Incl. $2.00 Fee
Sat 18th April 2026 (5:30PM CDT)
$7.00
This is for those who will be joining you at the race! Due to the safety of the event, this is a limited opportunity to the first 300 purchasers. You must have a spectator pass to get into the zoo if you are not registered for the 1K or 5K. -
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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1701 N Fourth St, Cameron Park Zoo, Waco, 76707, TX, United States
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