Tarleton State University’s Glow Run 5k

🌟 Event Overview

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
• Cost: $30.00 and includes Bibs, 5k T-shirt, & glow goodies
• Caution: (Tarleton Students are FREE)
• Regular Registration: 3/14/2026 – 4/11/2026
• Cost: $35.00 and includes Bibs & glow goodies
• Caution: (Tarleton Students are FREE)
• Late Registration: 4/12/2026
• Cost: $40.00 and includes Bibs & glow goodies
• Caution: (Tarleton Students are FREE)

🏃 Virtual 5K Options

• Early Bird Registration: 2/2/2026 – 3/13/2026
• Cost: $25.00 and includes 5k T-shirt, & glow goodies
• Note: Virtual race packets will be mailed, unless you inform us that you will pick up during Early Packet Pick-Up
• Caution: (Tarleton Students are FREE)
• Regular Registration: 3/14/2026 – 4/11/2026
• Cost: FREE – glow goodies only
• Note: Virtual race packets will be mailed, unless you inform us that you will pick up during Early Packet Pick-Up
• Caution: (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