Foam Glow | Chicago 2026

Foam Glow 5K™ Overview

Foam Glow 5K™ is a fun filled experience exposing runners to Glowing Foam and a ton of Blacklight’s all over the course. Glowing runners come from all different ages, shapes, sizes, and speeds. Whether you are a long term runner or a walk around the park stroller, the 3 miles of the Foam Glow 5K™ course will have you shining bright and waiting for the next run.

Event Rules

• White Shirt: Any white T-shirt will work; the more white you wear the better.
• Foam Zones: Runners will sprint through Foam Glow™ Zones to the finish line!

Runner/walkers begin the 5k at the start line like a brand new canvas. By the end, they look like they fell into a tye-dye machine and are covered with different colored foam that glows under black lights.

What is the Foam Glow™?

A long the running path you will find Foam Glow™ Zones, which are associated with a designated color: orange, pink, or blue. As the runners/walkers reach the Foam Glow™ Zones, they will run through different color foam that glows in the dark under our high intensity black lights. All products are 100% natural and non-toxic. At the end of the race there will be a Foam Glow 5K™ after party filled with Music pumping from the stage, Foam Glow™ and tons of black lights!

Registered Runner Inclusions

• Event T-Shirt: Every registered runner gets a Foam Glow 5K™ Event T-Shirt.
• Glow Zones: Get blasted by foam at our Glow Zones.
• Party: Experience the best night of your life.

Finish Line Celebration

Are you ready for the best After Race party in the world? After the finish, participants are encouraged to stick around, celebrate, and see exactly how much fun one person can handle. In most locations we will have food, Foam Glow 5K™, and festivities that will make your Foam Glowed head spin.

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Event Details and Schedule

Packet Pick-Up: Date and time will be emailed before the event.

Packet Pickup Fee: There is a $5.00 fee to pick up your packet on race day. Please bring a photo ID. We allow packet pickups for others as long as their waiver has been signed online and you present their confirmation email.

Pre-Order Merchandise

All items that have been pre-ordered MUST be picked up by start time on race day or at packet pickup. Unfortunately, items that have not been claimed will be forfeited and donated, so make sure to pick up your pre-ordered GLOW Gear.

Race Day Packet Pick-Up

You can register on race day, but there is a same day race check in fee of $5 (Cash Only) per registration. Please arrive early to have ample time to park and line up at the start line.

Parking Information

There is a up to $20 fee (cash only) for parking. Please arrive early to avoid traffic.

No Bag Check

Please note that there is NO bag check, so leave your valuables in the car or take what you want with you!

Starting Line Details

We will be releasing waves of runners every 2-5 minutes at the starting line. Be sure to attach your race bib to the front of your shirt with the safety pins provided. You will NOT be allowed on the course without a race bib.

Pre-Race Party

This begins 45 minutes before the race and includes music and chances to win free glow gear. Get ready for an evening of fun, UV foam and memories!

Spectator Information

• Access: There will be no charge for spectators.
• Viewing Area: An open area for viewing will be available on both sides of the start/finish line.

Water Stations

There will be a water station on the course and at the finish line.

After Race Party

Please stay after the race for an amazing Foam Glow After Party, featuring foam cannons shooting glowing foam out into the crowd every five to ten minutes.

Refund Policy

Please note we do not offer refunds. If you are unable to join us, please transfer your ticket to another athlete or contact service@foamglow.net for more information.

FAQs

If you have any further questions, please be sure to check out our FAQ’s HERE

Registration Link

Register for the race here.