DECU 5K Glow Run for Empowerment Opportunity Center is a running race on June 17, 2027 in Forsyth, IL, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
2027 DECU 5K Glow Run Presented by Fleet Feet of Decatur!
It's time to put on your running (or walking) shoes for a cause and come out to GLOW RUN for Empowerment Opportunity Center!
Packet pick up: Wednesday 9am-4pm Decatur Earthmover Credit Union Dividend Location (2600 Dividend Dr.) OR Thursday 6:00-7:30pm at the Forsyth Park.
Race Features for all runners: T-shirt & Glow items (register by May 31st to guarantee)
Post-Race Food and Drink
Course: The course will run through Forsyth Park and stay primarily on the bike path. The course will be lit and visibly marked, and there will be volunteers to help assist in direction.
Dress to Impress: Put on your best glow gear for a chance to win Brightest Glow and a gift card. First place Man/Woman in all age categories will get a medal.
T-shirts and glow items will come on a first come, first serve basis.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
83°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Decatur Wtp, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
3,656
as of 2023
City Elevation
663 ft
Nearest Airport
DEC
Decatur Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 110 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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DECU 5K Glow Run for Empowerment Opportunity Center
Jun 17, 2027