About the Ho Ho Glow 5K
This is an evening glow run at EpicCentral, held right before Christmas. Runners and walkers are encouraged to wear battery-powered lights, neon, and holiday gear to help illuminate the trail. The course runs through the venue grounds after dark, so the whole thing takes on a different character than a typical weekend road race.
Packet pickup is available the afternoon before the race and again in the hour leading up to the start, both at the rec center. The start area is marked by a large orange sign outside the building, which makes it easy to find your way on a dark holiday evening.
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Distances & Start Times
3.1 Miles12/12/2026 18:00$35
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