The Glow Run at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo presented by CrossCountry Mortgage
About this race
Light up the night at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo's Glow Run 5K on Monday, August 17, a vibrant after-hours race where runners, walkers, and families move through illuminated pathways, and glowing displays. Participants are encouraged to dress in their best neon gear, and will enjoy a festive atmosphere, music, and unique nighttime views of Asian Lantern Festival at the Zoo. It's a fun, colorful way to celebrate summer while supporting wildlife conservation.
Registration Info:
Registration is online only!
Pre-registration through August 14 - $30
Registration for August 15 to Race Day - $35
What You Get (5K & 1 Mile):
Custom glow in the dark race t-shirt
Participant glow in the dark medal
Post-race refreshments
Admission to the Asian Lantern Festival from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. the evening on Race Day.
Race Day Info:
Packet pick-up/Registration: 7:00 PM
5K Run: 8:30 PM
1 Mile Run/Walk
Timing:
5K: Chip Timed
1 Mile Walk: Untimed
Race Day Registration is online only!
Supporter Information
Spectators wanting to come cheer on runners/walkers will need to purchase tickets to enter the zoo even if you are a zoo member. Ticket prices are $22.50. The Zoo admissions team will be on hand to scan the online ticket on race day once it's purchased. The box office will not be open.
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Online Tickets for Night of Race
Strollers are allowed, but no dogs are permitted in the zoo.
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Running
5K
1 Mile Walk
Typical race-day weather
Based on 6 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Cleveland, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:37 AM and sets at 8:23 PM local time (EDT) in Cleveland on August 17, 2026 — 13h 45m of daylight.
Course
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