HYC Glow Color Blast 5K Fun Run/Walk

MARINETTE/ MENOMINEE, MICH. – The Healthy Youth Coalition, in collaboration with the Tri-City Event Series, is thrilled to announce the return of the HYC Glow Color Blast 5K Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, Oct. 12, at Henes Park. The event will start at 7 p.m. and will feature UV-reactive neon glow-in-the-dark color powder at six vibrant color stations.  Participants can choose their own distance, running or walking one-three loops (each loop approximately 0.90 miles) around the park. 

Pre-registration is open until Sept. 27, with discounted rates of $30 for adults and $15 for youth.  Register at www.runsignup.com/hyccolorblast2024. The pre-registration fee includes a UV light headlamp, a black t-shirt and a finisher medal. Children in strollers can participate for free. Please note that t-shirts and headlamps are not guaranteed after the pre-registration deadline, and prices will increase by $5 after Sept. 27. 

This year, the children’s registration fee is reduced thanks to a grant from the Provident Health Foundation through the Tri-City Event Series, aimed at boosting youth participation in community run/walk events. 

Participants are encouraged to wear dark clothing and bright neon accessories. Rocket 88 Music will provide energetic tunes at the start and finish lines. Glow merchandise will be available for purchase during advanced packet pick-up and on the day of the event, with items priced around $3 or less. 

Advanced packet pick-up will be held on Friday, Oct. 11 from 4-6 p.m. at the Menominee County ISD, located at 1201 41st Ave. Day-of registration and packet pick-up will take place near the third pavilion at Henes Park from 6-6:45 p.m. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged as supplies may be limited or sold out after  the deadline. 

All funds raised will support youth substance use prevention projects and activities in Marinette and Menominee Counties. The event is also seeking event sponsors; interested businesses should contact (906) 863-5665. 

For more details, visit the website at www.mmhyc.org, Facebook or call (906) 863-5665 ext. 1038.