Glow for Recovery 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 25, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
From the Organizer
Join us for the Glow for Recovery 5K Run/Walk, a FREE community event honoring National Recovery Month on Friday, September 25, 2026, beginning at 7:45 PM at the Elizabethtown Sports Park.
This fun, family-friendly glow run/walk celebrates the strength, hope, and resilience of individuals and families impacted by substance use and mental health challenges. Whether you’re walking in support of someone you love, celebrating your own recovery journey, or simply showing your support for a healthier community, you’re invited to light up the night with us!
Together, we can shine a light on recovery, reduce stigma, and remind our community that hope and healing are possible.
Registration for the event is FREE, participants can purchase a special race t-shirt during the registration process if they choose to.
Race bib and t-shirt pickup will begin at 6:30PM before the race.
The race will begin and end at the Soccer Pavilion.
Glow Up Stations – Stop by our paint station before the walk to add some extra glow with neon paint!
Glow Gear Encouraged – Dress in your brightest neon, glow-in-the-dark, and light-up gear to shine on the course.
T-Shirt Availability– Participation is free, but event t-shirts will be available for purchase during registration if you registered before August 1st at 11:59pm.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
76°
Typical Low
53°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elizabethtown Wp Cs.
Host City
About Elizabethtown, KY
Population
31,870
as of 2023
City Elevation
691 ft
Nearest Airport
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 34 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Waiting For?
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100
Days to train
- Race
- Glow for Recovery 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 25, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Glow for Recovery 5K Run/Walk?
- Glow for Recovery 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Elizabethtown, Kentucky on September 25, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Glow for Recovery 5K Run/Walk?
- Friday, September 25, 2026 in Elizabethtown, Kentucky at Elizabethtown Sports Park. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Glow for Recovery 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Glow for Recovery 5K Run/Walk
Sep 25, 2026