Be My Valentine Run 2026 Lights Up the Course with a Magic Shirt That Sparks Emotion

October 30, 2025

The Be My Valentine Run has always celebrated love, energy, and community — and in 2026, it’s adding a whole new layer of magic.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN (October 30, 2025) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/—  This year’s event shirt, designed and produced by X T-shirt, brings the theme of passion to life through color-changing and sweat-activated effects. Indoors, it starts as a clean pink base with a heart design. Under sunlight, that heart ignites into vivid flames — a symbol of energy and connection. As runners heat up, hidden phrases like “I’m On Fire,” “Hot Stuff,” “Light My Fire,” “Ring of Fire,” and “Eternal Flame” emerge across the fabric, revealing the emotion behind every mile.

“The idea was to let runners feel the theme, not just wear it,” said Ryan Zhu, founder of X T-shirt. “Magic Shirts transform events into experiences — they make every participant part of the story. When the shirt reacts to the sun or sweat, it creates moments runners can’t help but share.”

For race organizers, these shirts aren’t just apparel — they’re a built-in engagement engine. From pre-race social media teasers to post-finish photos, Magic Shirts add a layer of storytelling that boosts participation, sponsorship visibility, and post-event buzz.

The Be My Valentine Run returns to Indianapolis, Indiana, inviting runners to celebrate fitness and love in a fun, fiery atmosphere.

Registration is open now at:

https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Indianapolis/BeMyValentine5KRunWalk

About X T-shirt / Magic Race Shirts

Bringing Race Stories to Life

X T-shirt creates interactive race apparel and medals that change with the elements — from color-changing and sweat-activated to glow-in-the-dark designs. Each piece is built to deepen the connection between race identity and participant experience.

Real Reactions, Real Impact

See how runners respond to these interactive designs:

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Custom Concepts for Every Race

Every event has its own story — we help you tell it. X T-shirt provides free design services and samples, working directly with race directors to craft shirts and medals that capture the heart of their event.

Learn more or get FREE samples at MagicRaceShirts.com.