Glow in the Park 5K - Liberty
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Glow in the Park 5K : Liberty
The Glow in the Park 5K is an inaugural evening community run on September 12, 2026, hosted by the Liberty Parks & Rec Foundation (LPRF). The course starts at the Liberty Community Center at 1600 S. Withers Rd. in Liberty, Missouri, and continues through Westboro and Canterbury Park. The event is presented as a family-friendly trail run open to participants of all ages.
Proceeds from the event support the LPRF Youth Scholarship Program. Funds raised go to scholarship assistance to help low-income youth and families access parks programs and Liberty Community Center memberships; the foundation reports having provided $353,174 in scholarships to 3,685 individuals since the scholarship program began in 2009. The Liberty Parks & Rec Foundation was established in 2006 to support parks expansion, green space, and financial assistance for program access.
Registration for the 5K opens March 3, 2026, and closes August 15, 2026. The listed registration fee is $40.00. The event description notes participants are encouraged to wear bright race gear and glowing accessories for the evening trail setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
