YMCA Glow Run For Strong Kids

Saturday, August 5, 2023 Past event
9:00 PM CDT
Springfield, Illinois
Free–$43.40 · 6 races
5km

Event summary

Get ready to light up the night at the YMCA Glow Run For Strong Kids on Saturday, August 5th, 2023! Taking place at the Kerasotes YMCA in Springfield, Sangamon, this vibrant event invites participants of all ages to join in on the fun while supporting a great cause.

Choose between a lively 5K run/walk or a more leisurely 2.5K walk, perfect for anyone looking to enjoy the atmosphere. With a race start time of 8:00 PM, the evening is set to sparkle with music, glow stations, and plenty of outdoor activities following the race. Don’t forget to bring your own glow accessories or enjoy the glow paint provided—just be aware that it might stick around longer than expected! This exciting event not only promises a fantastic time but also supports the YMCA Strong Kids Fund, which provides vital scholarships for underserved individuals and those with diverse abilities. Register by 5 PM on Friday, August 2nd, to be part of this unforgettable evening. Ready, set, GLOW!

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Races

  • 5k Run (16 and up)

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt & Glow Items

    9:00 PM CDT

    $43.40

    Entries closed
  • 5k Run (6-15 yrs old)

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt & Glow Items

    9:00 PM CDT

    $32.80

    Entries closed
  • 5k Run (5 and under)

    Glow Item

    9:00 PM CDT

    Free

    Entries closed
  • 2.5k Walk - Untimed (16 and up)

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt & Glow Items

    9:00 PM CDT

    $43.40

    Entries closed
  • 2.5k Walk - Untimed (6-15 yrs old)

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt & Glow Items

    9:00 PM CDT

    $32.80

    Entries closed
  • 2.5k Walk - Untimed (5 and under)

    Glow Item

    9:00 PM CDT

    Free

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 5PM FRIDAY AUGUST 2. YOU MUST REGISTER BY THAT TIME IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE!

YMCA GLOW RUN IS A FUN EVENT FOR ALL AGES. PROCEEDS FROM GLOW RUN SUPPORT THE YMCA STRONG KIDS FUND THAT GIVES UNDERSERVED, AND THOSE WITH DIVERSE ABILITIES .

Ready, set, GLOW! YMCAs 5K Glow Run supporting Strong Kids Fund is Saturday, August 3 at Springfields Kerasotes YMCA 4550 W. Iles. Walk, run, or just have fun, its a popular event with music, glow stations, and outdoor activities after the race. Well have glow paint, and glow items before the race but feel to bring your own accessories. All proceeds benefit the YMCA Strong Kids scholarship fund.

***Please note: your race day clothes are sprayed with glow paint and may not wash out completely so wear something you dont mind glowing for a long time**

PACKET PICKUP
6:30 -7:30 PM

RACE START TIME
8:00 PM

5K RUN/WALK
2 Laps

2.5K WALK (UNTIMED)
1 Lap

Location

Kerasotes YMCA, 4550 W Iles, Springfield, 62711, IL, United States

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