2026 Back to School Family Glow Run
Benton, AR
Sat, Aug 15, 2026
Saturday, August 15th, 2026
1800 Citizens Drive, Benton AR
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73–90°F · some rain risk
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74–96°F
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75–97°F
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68–85°F
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75–101°F
dry
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72–87°F
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72–93°F
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73–94°F
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75–87°F
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71–89°F
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73–77°F
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About this race
Description
Family Glow Run & Back-to-School Bash
Date: August 15, 2026
Location: River Center Parking Lot #2
Registration: June 12-August 7
Get ready to light up the night at Benton Parks & Recreation's Family Glow Run & Back-to-School Bash! Join us for an evening packed with family fun, community spirit, and glowing excitement in the parking lot next to the River Center.
This family-friendly Glow Run is perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels. Before the race, enjoy a variety of activities including food trucks, bounce houses, a glow-in-the-dark foam machine, climbing wall, glow accessories, and music from a live DJ. Whether you're walking, jogging, or running, this event is all about having fun and celebrating the start of a new school year!
In support of local students, we will also be collecting school supplies during the event. All race proceeds will benefit Bright Futures – Benton Public Schools!
*THIS IS NOT A TIMED RACE*
- Back-to-School Bash & Race Check-In: 6:00 PM
- Glow Run Begins: 8:00 PM
- Participants must register by July 26 to be guaranteed their requested shirt size. Registrations received after July 26 are welcome: however, shirts will be distributed at the event on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies and sizes last.
Location
Riverside Park
Instructor
Lauren Brown
Karlee Backus
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