Unite with your community at Saint Ferdinand Park for the Light the Darkness 5K and 1-Mile Walk/Run! This powerful evening glow run is dedicated to raising awareness for suicide prevention and supporting mental health programs for youth in our schools. Whether you run, walk, or cheer, your participation makes a difference.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
- Location: Saint Ferdinand Park, 25 St. Ferdinand Park Dr, Florissant, MO 63031
- Events: 5K Glow Run & 1-Mile Walk
Race Day Schedule
- 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Race Day Packet Pickup & Family Fun Fair
- 7:15 PM: 5K & 1-Mile Run/Walk Begins
Registration
- $25 if registered by August 29, 2025
- $30 from August 30 through race day
Your registration includes a custom event T-shirt and a unique finisher’s medal. Register by August 29 to guarantee your T-shirt size!
Support a Vital Cause
100% of net proceeds directly benefit two outstanding local nonprofits providing suicide prevention and mental health education in schools:
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
- CHADS Coalition for Mental Health
Pre-Race Packet Pickup
Avoid the lines on race day! Pick up your packet at the James J. Eagan Center (1 James J Eagan Dr, Florissant, MO 63034):
- Wednesday, Sept. 17: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Thursday, Sept. 18: 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Ready to Register?
Sign up online or in person at the JFK or James J. Eagan Community Centers.
For questions, please call 314-921-4250 or 314-921-4466.