✨Sparkle to the Bridge 5K✨

✨ Race Overview

• Date: Sunday, November 2, 2025
• Location: Cox River Bridge Access, northwest of Patoka, IL
• Race Time: 8:00 a.m.
• Website: Sparkle to the Bridge 5K

🌟 Race Description

• Event: Join Nora's Sparkle of Love Project for our first annual Sparkle to the Bridge 5K!
• Experience: A beautiful fall morning in Patoka, enjoying community and nature.
• Course: 5K route through scenic landscapes, with views of Carlyle Lake and the historic Kaskaskia River.
• Finish Line: Celebrate with music, donuts, refreshments, and awards at the River Bridge!

🚚 Transportation

• Hayride: Kicks off the event, transporting participants from Cox's River Bridge to the start line at the boat dock.
• Parking: Park at the River Bridge and enjoy the hayride to the start.
• Details: More information will be provided as race day approaches.

🎉 Post-Race Celebrations

• Awards: Medals for all participants and additional awards for top finishers.
• Celebration: Enjoy music, refreshments, and celebrate with Heart Lover the unicorn!
• Community Worship: Join us for a service at Patoka Christian Church at 10:30 a.m.
• Fundraiser: Enjoy a chili lunch fundraiser following the worship service.

💪 Registration Details

• Packet Pickup: Dates and times will be posted closer to race day.
• T-Shirts: All participants who register by October 20 will receive a race T-shirt.
• Additional Orders: T-shirts will be available for purchase for non-participants.
• Proceeds: Benefit Nora's Sparkle of Love Project, supporting families affected by childhood cancers.

🏃‍♀️ Join Us

• Sign Up: Registration is open now, so join us!
• Run for a reason: Sparkle for Nora.
• Community Impact: Every step you take makes a difference.