5 wacky and fun 5K races for people who hate to run

If you want to do a night race without being covered in neon glow powder, the Electric Run is for you. Depending on the race, you'll run through 4-6 themed Course Lands, which could include any of the following: Rainforest, Candy Lane, Under the Sea, Rainbow Road, Powerhouse Finish Line, 2015 Mystery Land.

Just like the Blacklight Run, the Electric Run throws a finish line celebration complete with bright lights, music, and dancing in the moonlight.

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Sorry, guys: No boys are allowed at this race, the world's largest women's only mud run, which is all about girl power and getting down and dirty. With a course that's full of muddy obstacles, you'll walk, run, jump, climb, and be empowered by the women around you.

Bright Pink, the national non-profit organization for the prevention and early detection of breast and ovarian cancer, partners with the race.

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This race is exactly what it sounds like: a 5K composed of different inflatable obstacles. What this race isn't: a 3.1-mile string of bounce houses. You're not timed, there's no weight limit, and one of the obstacles is called Big Balls. If you don't like getting dirty but still want to act like a big kid, this is the race for you.

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Inspired by the TV show "Wipeout," this race is formally known as "The Ridiculous Obstacle Challenge." It's full of obstacles that are essentially designed to make you, well ... wipeout! Obstacles like the Sweeper. Fun fact: it also has big balls.

See who knows how to fall in style and who wakes up with the best bruises — it's OK to get a little competitive.

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