2025 F3 Naperville 5K Run & Walk for Little Friends
- Date Sun 28th September 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location St. James Farm- Warrenville, Illinois
- Price $22.20 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 2025 F3 Naperville 5K Run & Walk for Little Friends on Sunday, September 28th, 2025, in the picturesque setting of St. James Park in Warrenville, DuPage. This exciting event marks the 7th annual gathering to support Little Friends, an organization dedicated to providing essential resources for individuals and families affected by autism, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. Participants can look forward to an official USA Track & Field certified 5K course that meanders through beautiful prairie and wooded areas, offering a fun and scenic experience for both runners and walkers alike.
Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply enjoying a leisurely stroll, all are welcome to take part in this community-focused event. Plus, every registration is tax-deductible, and there will be opportunities for additional donations and sponsorships. Families will also love the special kids' race, where children 9 and under can tackle a custom 0.4-mile course. Don't miss out on the chance to enjoy a day of fitness, fun, and philanthropy—all while supporting a worthy cause! Mark your calendars for September 28th and get ready to make a difference in the community!
Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply enjoying a leisurely stroll, all are welcome to take part in this community-focused event. Plus, every registration is tax-deductible, and there will be opportunities for additional donations and sponsorships. Families will also love the special kids' race, where children 9 and under can tackle a custom 0.4-mile course. Don't miss out on the chance to enjoy a day of fitness, fun, and philanthropy—all while supporting a worthy cause! Mark your calendars for September 28th and get ready to make a difference in the community!
Organiser's Description
WELCOME TO THE F3 NAPERVILLE FOUNDATION 5K RACE & WALK TO BENEFIT LITTLE FRIENDS!
Join F3 Naperville on Sunday, September 28th, 2025, for our 7th annual 5K, once again being held on the beautiful trails of St. James Park in Warrenville, IL. This year, our premier fundraising event proudly supports Little Friends [https://www.littlefriendsinc.org/] and their crucial mission to provide resources for individuals and families affected by autism, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. Run or walk with us on an official USA Track & Field course, knowing that 100% of the proceeds will benefit Little Friends. Whether you're aiming for a personal record or enjoying a leisurely pace, all are welcome to participate in this great event!
Each registration is tax-deductible and if you're feeling generous, there is an opportunity for incremental donations. Additionally, there are sponsorships available [https://runsignup.com/Race/F3Naperville5K2020/Page/sponsorships] for all levels!
THE COURSE
We will once again be running on a beautiful USATF certified 5k course at the beautiful St. James Farm property in Warrenville, IL [https://runsignup.com/Race/F3Naperville5K2020/Page/course]. The course itself is an undulating crushed limestone path that weaves through the prairie and woods with views of the horse barns towards the beginning and end of the looped course. For more information on the route, please see the link below. All registrations before August 22nd will be guaranteed to receive a limited edition F3 5K t-shirt! (Shirts are sized in Men, Women, and Kid sizes.)
To help make this event even MORE fun and family-friendly, there will be a Kona Ice truck on-site all morning for each child to receive a FREE crushed ice cup! Have your kids run or walk any of the events and then treat them to a special treat to celebrate their accomplishment!
RACE DAY PARKING
PARKING IS FREE! Located outside the special use Entrance at St. James Farm In Warrenville, IL. Click Here for a map to the parking area [https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1010Z8T8tgfxs4HF7SfN54pC3hu2IZog&usp=sharing]. The special event parking is immediately adjacent to the start and finish line of the 5k which is preferable to the main entrance parking lot. Volunteers will be assisting with parking if you have any concerns.
T-SHIRT AND BIB PICKUP
You'll be able to pick up your shirts and bibs before the event or the morning of the race. To avoid lines on race day, we recommend picking up your shirt and bibs Saturday, Sept 20th. We will once again set up at the Naperville Running Store (South Location) [https://maps.app.goo.gl/seWyGrmppT8xc5Ee9] from 10am-2pm that day.
Bring the whole family out as we will have specific races just for the kids on a smaller kids course. The KIDS RACE will be run AFTER the 5K event has completed. ALL KIDS 9 AND UNDER ARE ENCOURAGED TO GET OUT AND RUN THE CUSTOM 0.4 MILE COURSE.
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE F3 NAPERVILLE & LITTLE FRIENDS! WE CAN'T WAIT FOR ANOTHER TREMENDOUS EVENT!
ABOUT F3 NAPERVILLE FOUNDATION
The F3 Naperville Foundation (F3NF) is a registered 501(c)3 organization which supports and empowers local Naperville non-profit organizations and causes through funding and manpower to help them fulfill their own missions. Learn more at F3Naperville.com/Foundation [https://f3naperville.com/foundation/]
Join F3 Naperville on Sunday, September 28th, 2025, for our 7th annual 5K, once again being held on the beautiful trails of St. James Park in Warrenville, IL. This year, our premier fundraising event proudly supports Little Friends [https://www.littlefriendsinc.org/] and their crucial mission to provide resources for individuals and families affected by autism, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. Run or walk with us on an official USA Track & Field course, knowing that 100% of the proceeds will benefit Little Friends. Whether you're aiming for a personal record or enjoying a leisurely pace, all are welcome to participate in this great event!
Each registration is tax-deductible and if you're feeling generous, there is an opportunity for incremental donations. Additionally, there are sponsorships available [https://runsignup.com/Race/F3Naperville5K2020/Page/sponsorships] for all levels!
THE COURSE
We will once again be running on a beautiful USATF certified 5k course at the beautiful St. James Farm property in Warrenville, IL [https://runsignup.com/Race/F3Naperville5K2020/Page/course]. The course itself is an undulating crushed limestone path that weaves through the prairie and woods with views of the horse barns towards the beginning and end of the looped course. For more information on the route, please see the link below. All registrations before August 22nd will be guaranteed to receive a limited edition F3 5K t-shirt! (Shirts are sized in Men, Women, and Kid sizes.)
To help make this event even MORE fun and family-friendly, there will be a Kona Ice truck on-site all morning for each child to receive a FREE crushed ice cup! Have your kids run or walk any of the events and then treat them to a special treat to celebrate their accomplishment!
RACE DAY PARKING
PARKING IS FREE! Located outside the special use Entrance at St. James Farm In Warrenville, IL. Click Here for a map to the parking area [https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1010Z8T8tgfxs4HF7SfN54pC3hu2IZog&usp=sharing]. The special event parking is immediately adjacent to the start and finish line of the 5k which is preferable to the main entrance parking lot. Volunteers will be assisting with parking if you have any concerns.
T-SHIRT AND BIB PICKUP
You'll be able to pick up your shirts and bibs before the event or the morning of the race. To avoid lines on race day, we recommend picking up your shirt and bibs Saturday, Sept 20th. We will once again set up at the Naperville Running Store (South Location) [https://maps.app.goo.gl/seWyGrmppT8xc5Ee9] from 10am-2pm that day.
Bring the whole family out as we will have specific races just for the kids on a smaller kids course. The KIDS RACE will be run AFTER the 5K event has completed. ALL KIDS 9 AND UNDER ARE ENCOURAGED TO GET OUT AND RUN THE CUSTOM 0.4 MILE COURSE.
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE F3 NAPERVILLE & LITTLE FRIENDS! WE CAN'T WAIT FOR ANOTHER TREMENDOUS EVENT!
ABOUT F3 NAPERVILLE FOUNDATION
The F3 Naperville Foundation (F3NF) is a registered 501(c)3 organization which supports and empowers local Naperville non-profit organizations and causes through funding and manpower to help them fulfill their own missions. Learn more at F3Naperville.com/Foundation [https://f3naperville.com/foundation/]
Races
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2025 F3 Naperville 5K Run & Walk for Little Friends
Incl. $3.70 Fee & F3 T-Shirt
Sun 28th September 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$48.70
OPENS 07 MAY -
2025 F3 Naperville 5K Kids Race (0.4 Mile Course for Ages 9 and Below)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Kids T-Shirt
Sun 28th September 2025 (10:00AM CDT)
$22.20
OPENS 07 MAYWe want everyone in the family to participate so bring your kids! **REMINDER** Anyone registered for the kids race will recieve a child sized shirt. Unfortunately we will not be able to exchange them for adult sizes or larger sizes at a later date. Second reminder, any kid 10 and older will have to run the 5k with their family. The kids races are only for those 9 and younger. Thank you!
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