Run for Světluška with the Library 2026

Description

RUN FOR SVĚTLUŠKA WITH THE LIBRARY A joint run with headlamps to support people with visual impairments. An easy route through Vsetín in shorter and longer variants (approx. 2 / 10 km). Starts from the library (Dolní náměstí 1356). The main idea of the night run: to connect the world of sighted and blind people, enjoy the joy of movement, and create a relaxed atmosphere. Entry is voluntary, and the proceeds will be donated to Světluška, a project of the Czech Radio Foundation. The run is without registration; participants run/walk at their own risk. From 6 PM, a rich program at the square, distribution of bands for runners, introduction to the route/maps, organizational instructions, and boosting good mood, etc. At 7 PM, the run starts. Musical accompaniment by the band ŠAMAT, which plays original songs and covers of Czech and foreign artists and groups in their own arrangement. The musical entry and moderation will be handled by Věrka Strbačková, who plays original songs and covers of Czech and foreign artists and groups in her own arrangement. Accompanying program: MVK Vsetín, SONS, Beneficial Fair Café Lísky, VKCI. Details from STAN Masaryk Public Library Vsetín, a contributory organization presenting an audio library for the blind and visually impaired, selling collectible items for Světluška, issuing certificates for completing the route STAN SONS (Unified Organization of the Blind and Visually Impaired Vsetín), special aids for people with severe visual impairments, magnifying glasses, games for the blind, household aids, demonstrations of Braille, glasses that simulate different types of visual impairments. Beneficial Fair Café Lísky COFFEE, TEA, HOT CHOCOLATE Partners of the event: Světluška Project – a project of the Czech Radio Foundation; Svět oken Foundation, Galvamet spol. s r. o.; Austin Detonator s. r. o., SONS Vsetín; VKCI, Radegastovna u Lva START AT 7 PM Short route (approx. 2 km) https://mapy.com/s/pakedorajo Long route (approx. 10 km) https://mapy.com/s/kajunamaze Both running and walking paces are allowed. At the finish, all participants will receive a small reward and a certificate of completion. Refreshment stations will be provided. The run will end at 10:15 PM. CLOSING of the run for Světluška with the library – Each participant will receive a Certificate of Completion for the long or short route + a small gift and refreshments. The first three in each route will receive a small special reward. The event is held under the patronage of the mayor of Vsetín, Mr. Jiří Čunek.

Highlights

• Night run with headlamps
• Routes of 2 km and 10 km
• Musical accompaniment by band ŠAMAT

General Information

Run for Světluška with the Library is a joint run aimed at supporting people with visual impairments. The event features an easy route through Vsetín, starting from the library, with no registration required. Proceeds will benefit the Světluška project, and the evening includes a rich program and musical performances.

Location

755 01 Vsetín, Czech Republic

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