Glow in the Park 5K - Liberty
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Glow in the Park 5K, Liberty
The Liberty Parks & Rec Foundation (LPRF) Glow in the Park 5K on September 12, 2026 is an evening community running event that supports the LPRF Youth Scholarship Program. The course covers 5K and begins at the Liberty Community Center, proceeding through Westboro and Canterbury Park in Liberty, Missouri. The event is presented as a family fun run and encourages participants to wear bright gear and glowing accessories for a nighttime trail experience.
Proceeds from the event are directed to the scholarship program to help ensure children are not turned away due to inability to pay. The Liberty Parks & Rec Foundation was established in 2006 to support parks expansion and to provide financial assistance for youth and families to access programs and Liberty Community Center memberships. Since the scholarship program began in 2009 the foundation has provided more than $353,174 in scholarships assisting 3,685 individuals. Registration opens March 3, 2026 and closes August 1, 2026; the listed registration fee is $40.00. The event location is Liberty Community Center, 1600 S. Withers Rd., Liberty, MO 64068. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.