Poodle Prance Glow In The Dark 5K

Events

$30 7:22PM EDT Price increases after July 31, 2024 at 11:59pm EDT

$0 7:00PM EDT Registration ends August 24, 2024 at 7:30pm EDT

$30 Registration ends August 23, 2024 at 11:59pm EDT

$0 6:00PM EDT - 9:30PM EDT Registration ends August 23, 2024 at 11:59pm EDT

Place

White Hall Park
500 White Hall Shrine Road
Richmond, KY US 40475

Description

Join us for this inaugural Glow Run race to provide scholarships to deserving student leaders in Central Kentucky!

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24TH AT 7:22PM AT WHITE HALL PARK IN RICHMOND

RACE FEATURES

Scenic paved course through White Hall Park
Runners, walkers and 4-legged friends on a leash are all welcomed
Commemorative race T-shirts (unisex sizes)
Social Teams to expand your race experience. Prize for the largest team!
5K Run/Walk, FREE Kid's Dash and Virtual Option
Overall and Age Group Awards
Glow Run Fun as the sun sets over Madison County, KY
Free Race Photos
Food, fun, music and fellowship with Food Trucks, etc...
Presented by Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. (Read more below)

NOTE: On the Free Kid's Dash participating children will receive a participation medal. Parents can purchase a race shirt (sizes youth S, M, L) for a $10 add on fee

PACKET PICKUP -- Plans to be announced. We will definitely have race evening PPU from 6:15-7:30pm leading up to the race start.

5K ROUTE - Coming soon

CHARITY INFO - Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was founded by seven (7) school teachers at Butler University, in Indianapolis, Indiana. The sorority’s focus is to enhance the quality of lifewithin the local community. Public service, leadership development, and education of youth are the hallmarks of the organization’s programs and activities. Sigma Gamma Rho addresses concerns that impact society educationally, civically, and economically.

The event proceeds will benefit the Exquisite Eta Epsilon Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated to provide scholarships to deserving students throughout Central Kentucky and to implement programming geared towards community development.

WHY THE POODLE THEME? A Poodle is the mascot of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, the first African American sorority founded at Butler University in 1922 by 7 school teachers. The Poodle is credited for its superior intelligence, stunning beauty and wide-ranging ability. The Poodle like the Sigma woman has the potential to excel at anything that she puts her mind to.