Events
Kids Run (Recommended for ages 8 and under)
1 Mile Run/Walk (un-timed)
5K Run/Walk (chip-timed)
Description
Please join us for the 5th Annual Genoa Middle School Glow Run/Walk on Friday, March 14, 2025. Run or walk with us to benefit the Genoa Middle School PTSA!
The kids run (one lap around the track) will start at 5:45 PM, the 1-Mile Run/Walk will start at 6:00 PM, and the 5K Run/Walk will start at 6:30 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.
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!
Additional Race Information
Swag
5K and 1M registrants receive:
- Race t-shirt (Shirts and shirt sizes are guaranteed to those signing up before February 23, 2025. Shirts will be available first come, first serve within the registration process on February 23, 2025 and later. Any shirts that are sold out will be listed as such within the registration path on February 23 and later)
- Swag bag
- Glow items
- Coupons
*Please note that the Kids Run is free and Kids Run registrants do not receive t-shirts or a swag bag*
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 4:45 PM.
Event Timeline
- 4:45 PM - Race day packet pickup begins - there will be entertainment during this time as well!
- 5:45 PM - Kids Run begins on the track
- 6:00 PM - 1-Mile Run/Walk will begin
- 6:30 PM - 5K Run/Walk will begin
- ~7:30 PM - Awards presentation
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).
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Click our PDF below to view our sponsorship opportunities. If you would like to become a sponsor, please email Christy Worny at fundraising.genoa@gmail.com
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
RaceJoy
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.
