5K GLO Run Comes Back To Solon

SOLON, OH — The third-annual NEO 5K GLO run will return to Solon on October 12. The family- and pet-friendly event features live music, lights, and a glowing path stretching throughout surrounding neighborhoods.

The event will be hosted at Solon High School Stadium, 33600 Inwood Drive. The 5K starts at 7:30 p.m. Pre-registration is $25 and day-of registration is $30. Check-in will start at 6:30 p.m. on October 12.

Runners, of all ages, abilities, shapes, sizes and speeds are welcome. The course is three miles. Runners receive a T-shirt, race bib for live chip timing, food, and a ticket to the after-party at RollHouse Entertainment.

Awards will be given out to the top finishers in each race categories. The race division will be determined by the range of participants.

The course starts and finishes at Solon High's football stadium. The course travels down Orchard Road, to Solon Boulevard and Arthur Road, to Longview loop/Highview, back to Arthur, Glenallen Avenue, and back to Orchard Road into the stadium. Spectators are encouraged to cheer runners. Entrance into the stadium is free for spectators.

As mentioned, an after-party will be held at Rollhouse Entertainment, 33185 Bainbridge Road. Free food and beverage will provided for registered runners.

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