Light the Way 5K 2026

🌟 Light the Way 5K: Walk On Rock On for Mental Wellness 🌟
Presented by The Evie Effect & True Vine Brewing Company, this event transcends a traditional race; it's a transformative movement promoting mental wellness, suicide prevention, and community support. Together, let's cultivate hope, raise awareness, and foster connections!

🌈 More Than a Run: A Memorable Experience

After crossing the finish line, stick around for:
🎶 Live Music featuring R&J Acoustics and Fiction Love
🎤 Featured Speaker: To Be Decided
🏆 Awards Ceremony for top finishers in the Kids Dash and overall 5K race happening post-race.

🎖️ Runner Perks

• 🏅 Finisher Medals for the first 250 5K finishers and all Kids Dash participants
• 🍻 A Drink Coupon redeemable at True Vine Brewing Company for a beer or non-alcoholic drink
• 🎶 Free Live Concert and Speaker Session included in your registration

🍕 Food and Fun!

Come hungry as we host local food trucks and Sola Bread serving delicious eats. Explore various sponsor and nonprofit booths that focus on mental health advocacy and support!

📅 Race Schedule

• Friday, April 17 - Early Packet Pickup
  📍 True Vine Brewing Company
  ⏰ 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
• Saturday, April 18 - Race Day
  📍 True Vine Brewing Company
  ⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Check-In and Day-of Packet Pickup
  🎤 5:00 PM: Opening Ceremony with words from Co-Founder Jessica Domingos
  👟 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Kid’s Dash (Ages 12 and Under)
  👟 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: 5K Run/Walk
  🎶 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Live Concert and Speaker Session

🔍 Register Today!

Customize your experience by choosing registration with or without a t-shirt. March 18 is the last day to register for a guaranteed t-shirt.

🌱 About The Evie Effect

The Evie Effect is dedicated to reshaping perceptions of mental wellness and suicide by fostering a community rooted in advocacy, awareness, and education. Together, we envision a world where mental well-being thrives, and suicide prevention takes priority.

⚠️ Safety Notice

All participants across all events MUST wear a bib while on course. The Kids Dash is not timed, while the 5K event is timed.

📍 Address: 2447 Earl Campbell Pkwy, Tyler, TX 75701-8453, United States
🔗 Register Here
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