Neon Night 5K
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Event Overview
The Neon Night 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run is a night-time event presented by the East Jackson High School BETA Club. It takes place on March 21, 2026, at the East Jackson High School Stadium in Commerce, Georgia.
Events
The event consists of two in-person races and one virtual option:
- Neon Night Fun Run: A 1-mile run for elementary students (Pre K-5th grade). The course runs entirely on the high school campus, starting and finishing in the stadium.
- Neon Night 5K Walk / Run: A 5K course that covers the campuses of East Jackson High School and East Jackson Elementary. It starts and finishes at the high school football stadium. The course is gently sloping, partially paved, and partially on a woods trail.
- Virtual Neon Night 5K: A virtual option where participants can run the 3.1 miles anywhere before the event date.
Additional Details
Participants are encouraged to wear neon outfits. Prizes will be given for the three best glow outfits. The race is part of the Black Bag Race Series, with timing provided by Classic Race Services. The proceeds benefit the Jackson County Ferst Readers program, which provides free books monthly to children from birth to five years old.
Awards and Amenities
For the Fun Run, the top boy and girl runners in each grade receive a medal, and all finishers get a finisher's medal. For the 5K, awards are given to overall male and female winners, masters winners, and the top three in 10-year age groups from 14 and under to 80 and over. T-shirts are available for purchase on race day, and glow-sticks are provided to each participant. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
