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Fri March 10, 2023 Westerville, OH 43082 US Directions
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Description

Please join us for the 3rd Annual Genoa Middle School Glow Run/Walk on Friday, March 10, 2022. Run or walk with us to benefit the Genoa Middle School PTSA!

The kids run (one lap around the track) will start after sunset at 6:45 PM, the 1-Mile Run/Walk will start at 7:00 PM, and the 5K Run/Walk will start at 7:30 PM. All races will begin and end on the track at the back of Genoa Middle School (5948 S Old 3C Rd, Westerville, OH 43082) in Westerville, OH. Please view the 5K route map below. It is an out-and-back course that begins on the track at Genoa Middle School, goes past Fouse Elementary, to the Genoa/Ohio-to-Erie trail, and then back to the glowing finish line where upbeat music will be playing! The 1-mile course is the first 1/2 mile of the 5K course and back to finish on the track. The courses stay off main roads for safety purposes. 

Race registration includes a glow-in-the-dark t-shirt (while supplies last), glow items, a swag bag, and a "glowing" finish line.

The 5K run/walk will be chip-timed and the 1-Mile run/walk is only for fun and NOT chip-timed. For safety purposes, at least one glow item must be worn by all participants and strollers must glow on the front. We also highly encourage you to dress as "bright" as possible or in clothing and makeup that will reflect black light to make it more FUN!

Concessions will be available including hot chocolate!

Additional Race Information

Parking

There is parking at Genoa Middle School and Fouse Elementary next door.

Race Day Packet Pickup

There will be a check-in table on the patio outside the commons area near the basketball courts. This will begin at 5:30 PM.

Event Timeline

  • 5:30 PM - Race day packet pickup begins - there will be entertainment during this time as well!
  • 6:45 PM - Kids Run begins on the track
  • 7:00 PM - 1-Mile Run/Walk will begin
  • 7:30 PM - 5K Run/Walk will begin
  • ~8:30 PM - Awards presentation

Awards

The first 10 5K male and female finishers will receive a race medal.

Awards will also be given in the 5K for the top male and female finisher in each of the following categories:
10 and under (World's Largest Gummy Bear)
11-13 (World's Largest Gummy Bear)
14-18 (World's Largest Gummy Bear)
19 and over ($50 Columbus Running Company gift card)

Weather

The event will proceed through rain or snow. Bring a poncho, hats, and gloves if you must! Only severe weather will affect the status of the event (lightning, extreme wind/cold).

5K Route Map

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.

RaceJoy


Available for Apple and Android devices.

Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy

Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!

We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the Genoa Middle School PTSA Glow Run 5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Run/Walk.

Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!

Some key RaceJoy features include:

GPS Progress Alerts

  • Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal.

Live GPS Tracking

  • Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others.

Send-a-Cheer

  • Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family.

Virtual Results (virtual events only)

  • Enter your race-assigned bib number to automatically submit your finish data for real-time scored results.
To use RaceJoy, you must carry your phone and activate tracking on the day you complete your race.
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