2025 Harlem Huskie Hustle 5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run and Kids Fun Run

  • Date Sat 17th May 2025
  • Time 8:30AM CDT
  • Location Machesney Park, Illinois
  • Price Free - $22.20
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 2025 Harlem Huskie Hustle, taking place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Harlem High School in Machesney Park, Winnebago! This exhilarating event features a 5K and a 1-mile Walk/Run, along with a delightful Kids Fun Run tailored for ages 12 and under. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely walk, there’s something for everyone!

The action kicks off at 8:30 AM with the Kids Fun Run, followed by the 5K and 1-mile events at 9:00 AM. Participants can enjoy the beautiful course while aiming for personal bests or simply soaking in the vibrant atmosphere. Each registered participant will receive a finisher medal, and there are awards for the top finishers in various categories, including trophies for the most student and staff participation. Be sure to take advantage of the early bird registration fee of $20, which ends on April 26th, and secure your race shirt by registering before May 1st. Mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for a day filled with excitement and community spirit at the 2025 Harlem Huskie

Organiser's Description

_**$20.00 EARLY BIRD SIGN-UP RATE FOR 5K ENDS APRIL 26th. THE PRICE WILL INCREASE TO $25.00.
Race shirt guaranteed for 5K and 1 mile events only through May 1st.

_Get your running / walking shoes laced up!! The Harlem Wellness Program is excited to host the 2025 Huskie Hustle 5K, 1 mile Walk/Run, & Kids Fun Run on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Harlem High School for Harlem's Staff, Students & their Families (_Sorry, pets are not allowed in the stadium or school grounds_)

EVENT SCHEDULE_
_8:30 am - We will kick off our with the Kids Fun Run (age groups: 4 and under; 5-6; 7-8; 9-10; and 11-12)
9:00 am - 5K runners/walkers & 1 mile walkers/runners will line up based on starting order: _5K runners, 5K walkers & 1 mile walkers/runners _
_5K walkers - for yours and the runners' safety, be aware of runners approaching you from behind and walk towards the sides of the path and keep the middle of the path open for the runners
_10:15 am - Awards on the track in the Stadium

RACE SHIRTS
*Included in the registration fee for the 5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run. G_uaranteed with completed registration through May 1st.
__Additional shirts in various sizes may still be available for registrations after May 1st. Inquire with Diana Disch at [email protected]

_*Optional for the Kids Fun Run for $10.00 _ in Youth Medium and Youth Large. If you would like to purchase one, please contact Diana Disch at 815-654-4500 to place your order with a credit card OR stop by the Harlem Administration Center and ask for Diana Disch to place your order in person with check or cash payment Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Orders accepted through May 1st or when we run out of shirts.

_RACE MEDALS & TROPHIES
Stay for awards. 5K finisher medals will be awarded to the 1st place finisher for men/women AND top 3 overall in each age/gender divisions:
* 8+ under; 9-11; 12-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70+.
* 1st place trophy will be awarded for the top male and female finisher

_*NEW!!!!! FINISHER MEDALS for all events (1 per registered participant).

*Trophies will be awarded for the Most Student Participation (2024 Winner: Ralston Elementary) & Most Staff Participation (2024 Winners: Machesney Elementary)._

COURSE INFORMATION
The 5K will start on the track at the 50 yard line. Following the first bend of the track, runners/walkers will exit the track on the North side of the field through the double-gated entrance and follow the marked path to parking lot D and then onto Willow Creek path. The turn around will be marked (runners and walkers will NOT be crossing Forest Hills Road), returning to parking lot D, along the front of the high school and re-entering the track on the South side of the field (the single-gated entrance) to the finish line at the 50 yard line where this all started.

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 17th May 2025 (9:00AM CDT)

    $22.20

    Race Shirt guaranteed with registration through April 30, 2025
  • 1 Mile Walk/Run

    Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 17th May 2025 (9:00AM CDT)

    $16.90

    Race Shirt guaranteed with registration through April 30, 2025
  • Kids Fun Run

    Sat 17th May 2025 (8:30AM CDT)

    Free

    Race Shirts are available for purchase for the Kids Fun Run in Youth Medium and Youth Large through May 1st, 2025. If you would like to purchase one for $10, please contact Diana Disch at 815-654-4500 to place your order. Payment is required at time of call. Credit cards are accepted over the phone or stop by the Harlem Administration Center in person with your order and check or cash payment Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

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Location

Harlem High School (Stadium), 1 Huskie Circle, Machesney Park, 61115, IL, United States

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