Night Glow 5K

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Jackson Memorial Middle School, Massillon OH

Friday, June 20th, 2025

🎉 Event Overview

The inaugural Jackson Night Glow event took place in 1997, quickly evolving in 1998 to the cherished evening celebration it is today. This race continues to foster a strong sense of community within and beyond Jackson Township. The Jackson Night Glow is an all-inclusive 5k evening event designed for individuals of all ages. Participants will experience a vibrant night race illuminated by a captivating array of glowing elements. The event features a fun run designed for younger participants before the main festivities. Runners, Duo Teams, former athletes, and individuals taking part in their inaugural race will set off from the starting line amidst a dazzling fireworks display illuminating the night sky. Following the race, all runners and supporters are encouraged to connect with one another while enjoying a selection of snacks and beverages. This event is organized and hosted by the Jackson High School Cross Country team and their supporters.

🏅 Awards and Medals

Race participants compete in various age categories for a chance to win one of three commemorative medals. Early registrants can snag a stylish Jackson Night Glow 5k T-shirt at packet pickup, all in celebration of this vibrant community event supported by local sponsors and dedicated volunteers!

✨ Unique Features

It is not just a 5k race, it is an experience:

Luminaries: The original Night Glow 5k features 1,256 luminaries lighting the course.
Fireworks: Booming fireworks to start the race add to the excitement.
Atmosphere: A 300-foot archway of lights and rowdy spectators cheering you on.
Memories: Finish inside Jackson Park surrounded by the Jackson Festival with friends.

The event will close at packet pickup on the 19th.

📅 Event Schedule

Thursday, June 19 - Parking for Packet Pick Up will be the West Side of the School
5:00-8:00pm - Packet Pickup - Jackson High School (7600 Fulton Drive N.W. Massillon, OH 44646)

What If I cannot make it to Packet Pick Up? No Problem, you can have a friend or family member pick up your packet. If that is not an option, we will have a purple tent set up near the starting line starting at 8:00pm with your bib, shirt, and glowstick.

Friday, June 20 - No Event Day Registration!
8:45 pm - Arlington Ave &: Mudbrook St will be closed.Please arrive prior to 8:45 PM or you need to park at the high school prior to race time!
9:00 pm - Half Mile Fun Run - Start/Finish Jackson Township Hall starting and finishing at the 5k finish line. (For those running the 5k this is right by the starting line)
9:30 pm - 5K Run &: Fun Walk/Competitive Walk - Start on Mudbrook Road in front of Jackson Middle School and the finish will be at Jackson Township Hall.

👕 Garments

We provide the following garments with your registration! Night Glow shirts will only be guaranteed for those who preregister by midnight of June 11th. We will continue to offer shirts on the registration website as long as they are available.

5K Run/Walk: Unisex Sizes - X-Small to 2X-Large
Kids Fun Run: Youth Sizes - Small to Large
Sizes: Sizes will be limited as we approach race day!
Don't Miss Out: Register today!

🚗 Parking Information

Thursday:
Packet Pickup will be at the High School - enter from the west side of the school - Door 16W. Fulton Road will be shutdown during registration!

Friday:
Race Day parking is at the Middle School 7355 Mudbrook St NW, Massillon, OH 44646. This is located right near the start and finish line. Please pay attention to the parking map as Mudbrook will be closing by way of Wales Road at 8:45pm for race set up. If you arrive after 8:45, you will need to access Mudbrook by way of Arlington road and head east turning into Sauder Elementary.

🏆 Awards

5K Run &: Fun Walk will be top 5 overall, and top 4 in each age group. Age Groups are 12-Under, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, &: 80-Over.

5K Competitive Walk will be top 3 overall, and top 3 in each age group. Age Groups are 19-Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, &: 70-Over.

Awards will be given out at the conclusion of the event - the awards tent will be near the finish line. Live results will be available via the RacePenguin App for you to check to see if you in fact an age group winner.

💖 Donations

Donations support the various nonprofit organizations that participate in the event including: The Little Pink Ribbon Girl Organization, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (MSABC), 33JordanStrong Organization, Ainsley's Angels, Jackson Cross Country Parents and more.