End Human Trafficking. Ignite Hope.
The Unbound Now's Light Up The Dark 5K Presented by Chick-fil-A is a fun, family-friendly “glow-in-the-dark” run to raise money and awareness for the anti-human trafficking work of Unbound. This annual event is fun for everyone, whether you’re a slow walker or a professional runner! This year, we are offering in-person and virtual options to participants to fight human trafficking in Waco, Texas, and around the world. Build a team, set a goal, and raise funds on the side to end human trafficking!
Event Schedule
Unbound Now's Light Up the Dark 5K Presented by Chick-fil-A will be held at Cameron Park Zoo in Waco, Texas on April 12, 2025, for a night of fun and wild experiences. We'll have food trucks, music, games, and a "glowing good time."
All Registrants will receive a finisher medal, glow gear and race t-shirt. To guarantee your t-shirt size you must register by March 17th at 11:59 p.m.
Early Packet Pickup Opportunities
Location: Greater Waco Chamber (101 S. 3rd Street Waco, TX 76701)
Thursday (4/10) 11:00-2:00 PM
Friday (4/11) 4:00-7:00 PM
Event Schedule
5:30 PM Event Opens
5:30 - 6:00 PM Kickoff and Performances
5:30 - 6:30 PM Zoo Experiences are Open
6:30 PM Registration for All Events Closes
6:45 PM Warm Up
7:00 - 7:30 PM 1K
7:30 - 9 PM 5K
9:00 PM Awards
Light Up The Dark in spirit 5K Sofa Edition (virtual): Fight human trafficking wherever you are in the world! Get your friends, family, or coworkers together to support Unbound. Register as an individual or set up a team and receive our Glow Global box with glow-in-the-dark gear for you and your crew by mail, if you register by March 17th at 11:59 p.m.
We'll send out other info and ways to join in the fun to race registrants between now and race day. Make sure you're registered so we can keep you up to date! Share your ideas with us by tagging @unboundwaco, @unboundnow and using the hashtag #LightUpTheDark5K.
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