Course
The half marathon and 5K both run through Busse Woods Forest Preserve in Elk Grove Village. The half marathon starts at 7:00am and the 5K at 8:00am. Finishers receive blinking light medals.
Half Marathon21.1 km
5K5 km
Key dates
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- ★Race dayJuly 2027 · date to be announced
Provisional date, projected from last year — the organiser has not announced this edition yet. We show the month only.
About
A festive summer running event featuring a half marathon and 5K race with a Christmas theme. The event includes unique swag such as sublimated tech shirts and blinking light finisher medals, with multiple water stops and post-race celebrations.
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