Light the Way 5K: Walk On Rock On For Mental Wellness benefiting The Evie Effect

Light the Way 5K: Walk On, Rock On for Mental Wellness
Presented by The Evie Effect & True Vine Brewing Company

This year, we’ve partnered with True Vine Brewing Company to make Light the Way 5K even bigger and better! This event isn’t just a run—it’s a movement to shine a light on mental wellness, suicide prevention, and community support. Together, we’re fostering hope, awareness, and resiliency while making meaningful connections.

More Than a Run—An Experience That Inspires
After crossing the finish line, stay for live music and an inspiring speaker session featuring:

🎸 Six String Stray (Alt-Country/Indie Folk)
🎸 12 Miles South (Southern Rock/Covers)

🎤 Featured Speaker: Romereo Brown, founder of Weird & Different

As seen on Shark Tank, Romereo turned his personal struggles into a movement, building his brand to inspire strength, self-expression, and resiliency.

🏆 Prizes for the Top 3 Kid’s Dash & 5K Finishers will be awarded on stage after the run!

💪 Stretch Zone will be on-site offering a pre-run stretch area to help participants warm up.

🏥 Athletic Trainers from CHRISTUS will provide free medical care at their event tent.

Runner Perks
🏅 Finisher Medals for the first 250 5K finishers & all Kid’s Dash participants
🍻 Drink Coupon redeemable at True Vine Brewing Company for a beer or non-alcoholic beverage
✨ Glow-in-the-Dark Cup (sponsored by Workout Anytime)—given at the finish line with drink tickets & medals

Eats & Community Fun
🍕 Come hungry! Local food trucks & Sola Bread will be on-site serving up delicious eats.
🎪 Explore sponsor & nonprofit booths to connect with organizations dedicated to mental health and well-being.

Race Details & Schedule
📅 Friday, April 11 – Early Packet Pickup
📍 True Vine Brewing Company
⏰ 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

📅 Saturday, April 12 – Race Day
📍 True Vine Brewing Company
⏰ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM – Check-In & Day-of Packet Pickup

🎤 5:00 PM – Opening Ceremony

Words from Co-Founder & Executive Director, Jessica Domingos
Sing-Along: "We Are The Champions"
Warm-Up with Kiara Smothers from TRAP Yoga
⏰ 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM – Kid’s Dash (Ages 12 & Under)
⏰ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM – 5K (Ages 13 & Above)
⏰ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM – After Run Concert & Speaker Session

Register Today!
Customize your experience by selecting a registration with or without a t-shirt—but don’t wait! March 24 is the last day to register with a guaranteed t-shirt.

About The Evie Effect
The Evie Effect’s mission is to change the public’s perception of mental wellness and suicide by fostering a community of advocacy, awareness, and education. We envision a world where mental well-being flourishes and suicide prevention is a priority.

Safety Notice

ALL participants across ALL events MUST wear a bib while on course. Neither of the 1K events are timed. Both of the 5K events are timed.