NEON Night 5k Run/Walk

SEP

12

2026

A nighttime glowing 5k timed run and a one mile not timed walk in Springfield, MO supporting suicide prevention. The event features an illuminated trail, glow gear, a memorial garden and customizable luminaries on 09/12/2026.

Sat 12 Sep 2026

Springfield, Missouri

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NEON Night 5k Run/Walk for Suicide Prevention

NEON Night is NAMI Southwest Missouri's annual run and walk held on 09/12/2026 in Springfield, MO at 3825 W Farm Rd 146. The event includes a timed 5k and a not timed one mile run or walk. Distances offered:

3.1 Miles timed 5k
1 Mile not timed one mile run or walk

The course features illuminated elements and neon glow along an illuminated trail. Event elements include a glow zone and a photo booth. Participants receive a unique t shirt and glow gear. An illuminated Memorial Garden will display lighted luminaries that can be customized IN MEMORY OF a loved one; luminaries are $10 each.

Registration opens 01/20/2026 and closes 09/05/2026. The registration fee is $45. 100 percent of proceeds benefit NAMI Southwest Missouri and efforts to raise awareness about mental illness and suicide prevention. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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5k Run/walk

1 Mile Run/walk (not-Timed)