The Light the Way 5K is a community run hosted by Youth & Family Services in celebration of our 50th Anniversary. This event supports the Youth & Family Services Emergency Youth Shelter and helps fund future plans for a new shelter facility to better serve youth in crisis. By participating, you are directly helping provide safety, stability, and hope to children and teens who need it most. Whether you run, walk, or support from the couch, your involvement helps “light the way” for youth in our community. Event Information 📅 Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026 📍 Location: Unity Square Race Start Times 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk (not timed): 8:00 PM Timed 5K: 8:30 PM 50th Anniversary Celebration Unity Square | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Open to the public) Packet Pick-Up Friday, June 26, 2026 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Youth & Family Services 2200 SE Washington Blvd. Packet pick-up and same-day registration will also be available at Unity Square at 7:00 PM on race night. Registrations after June 5th does not guarant
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 27.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Bartlesville, OK.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
