Glow in the Garden 5k – Rockford, IL 2026

Come glow with us! Flat and scenic course along the Rock River Recreation Path and Nicholas Conservatory/Sinnissippi Gardens. Wear anything that glows! Black lights and other fun glow surprises throughout the course. 5k registration includes T-shirt, beverage ticket, and admission ticket to Nicholas Conservatory. (UPDATE: We have run out of some shirt sizes. Some "vintage" Ts from previous years will be available while supplies last!) Registration Periods: Early Bird ($30): Now through August 17 Regular Rate, online ($35): August 18 through September 18 (10 am) Regular Rate, in-person registration-only ($35): September 18, 11:30 am - 5:30 pm (at Nicholas Conservatory) Day-of Registration: September 19, 6-7 pm (at 5k start time) Packet Pick-Up: THURSDAY, September 18 11:30am - 5:30pm Nicholas Conservatory 1354 N 2nd Street, Rockford, IL (pick-up will also be available Friday 6-7:15 pm at the race start) Day-Of Registration: Friday, September 19 (Friday) is at the glowing arch/start line