Celebrate the end of summer with Glow in the Garden at Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens - there’s something for everyone! Purchase a floating lantern to personalize and release into the Eclipse Lagoon, run a unique glowing 5k along the Rock River, and enjoy family fun throughout the gardens. Veedubs will be on hand for a cash bar. NEW! More food trucks!
6:00 - 9:00 pm
Glow in the Garden Lagoon Lanterns $5 per lantern, pre-purchase encouraged!
Lanterns are also sold the night of the event while supplies last!
7:00 pm
Glow in the Garden 200-meter Kids Fun Run - FREE!
7:30 pm
Glow in the Garden 5k Run/Walk Includes t-shirt and NCG admission ticket.
Early registration (through 8/20): $30
Regular registration (through 9/14): $35
Day-Of Registration (9/15): $40
Ages 12 & under: $15
Note: 10% Rockford Road Runner discount through 9/14