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Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
932 E North St, Joplin MO
10K · 5K
60–79°F · low rain risk
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2025
66–85°F
dry
2024
65–90°F
dry
2023
69–83°F
dry
2022
57–82°F
dry
2021
60–74°F
dry
2020
53–70°F
dry
2019
58–76°F
rain
2018
72–86°F
dry
2017
69–80°F
dry
2016
59–82°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
Get ready for Joplin's most unique race event! This luminary-lit run is chip-timed and offers an unforgettable glow race atmosphere. Enjoy a super soft race shirt, glow bracelets, age category awards (must be present, they will not be mailed), and more.
Registration Information
- Shirt Deadline: Shirts for those registered by 9/20/2026.
Virtual Option
Can't make it on race day? No problem! Sign up for our Virtual event and run your race distance on any course, including a treadmill, anytime during October. Post your result on the Facebook event page or your RunSignup race page under the Result tab. Our team will mail your race shirt and custom medal the week after the event. Please note that virtual runners are not eligible for overall or age category awards.
Event Details
- Date: October 3, 2026
- Location: 932 E North St, Joplin, MO
- Race URL: Glow the Distance 5K/10K
Join Us!
Join us for this one-of-a-kind-lit race and experience the Glow Run Extravaganza!
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