Tarleton State University’s Glow Run 5k
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 7:30 PM CDT
- Location
- Stephenville, TX
- Tarleton Rec Center, 610 Rome St, 76401
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Light up the night at this unique 5K glow walk/run on the Tarleton State campus, welcoming all fitness levels to shine.
- Fun
- Quirky
Fun
QuirkyWho it's for
- Beginner Friendly
Beginner FriendlyGreat for: beginners
Join Tarleton State University's Annual Glow Run 5K, a unique nighttime walk/run designed for all ages and fitness levels. This event encourages students, faculty, staff, and community members to promote health and wellness while enjoying a vibrant experience. Dress in your brightest neon or glow-in-the-dark gear to illuminate the campus route, complete with music and an aid station. It's a welcoming opportunity to participate and shine.
What to expect
- Experience a lively nighttime 5K walk/run on a glow-in-the-dark campus route.
- Enjoy music and an aid station along the course.
- All participants receive a medal upon finishing.
Standout details
- Nighttime glow-in-the-dark 5K
- Campus route with music
- Medals for all finishers
- Free for Tarleton Students
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 3.1 Miles
Sun, Apr 12, 7:30 PM CDT · From $32.80
Opens Feb 1, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Mar 13, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
- 3.1 Miles
Sun, Apr 12, 7:30 PM CDT · From $0.00
Opens Feb 2, 2026, 3:34 AM CST · Closes Mar 13, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoing- Rolling area
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Rolling
- Timed race
From the organizer
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: 4/6/2026 – 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
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