2026 Willard 5k Fun Run
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 8:15AM CDT
- Location River Forest, Illinois
- Price $22.20
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 2026 Willard 5K Fun Run, taking place on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in the beautiful River Forest area of Cook. This exciting annual event welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, making it the perfect opportunity for families and friends to come together for some friendly competition or a leisurely stroll. The main event, a 5K race, features a scenic 2-loop course that starts and finishes near the Willard playground on Franklin Street, kicking off at 8:30 AM.
Before the main race, young participants in 1st grade and younger can join in the fun with the Mini Loop, a delightful 1/4 mile course around Constitution Park. Registration for the 5K is just $20 per person and includes a race bib, t-shirt, and a finisher's medal, while also covering the kids' mini-loop. If you prefer to skip the t-shirt, you can choose to donate that portion of your registration fee to the PTO instead. Whether you’re running, walking, or volunteering, the 2026 Willard 5K Fun Run promises to be an unforgettable event filled with community spirit and
Before the main race, young participants in 1st grade and younger can join in the fun with the Mini Loop, a delightful 1/4 mile course around Constitution Park. Registration for the 5K is just $20 per person and includes a race bib, t-shirt, and a finisher's medal, while also covering the kids' mini-loop. If you prefer to skip the t-shirt, you can choose to donate that portion of your registration fee to the PTO instead. Whether you’re running, walking, or volunteering, the 2026 Willard 5K Fun Run promises to be an unforgettable event filled with community spirit and
Organiser's Description
The Willard PTO is excited to once again host its annual 5K fun run! This event is open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Join us for some friendly competition or just a leisurely stroll to start the day!
RACE DETAILS
* 5K - The 5k features a 2-loop course, beginning and ending near the Willard playground on Franklin Street; the race begins at 8:30am
* KIDS RUN - Before the main event, our youngest runners (1st grade and younger) can try our Mini Loop, a 1/4ish mile loop around Constitution Park (see map here)
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
The cost of registration is $20/person (plus site fees) and includes a race bib, t-shirt, and finishers medal.
Registration for the 5k _includes_ the kids mini-loop registration. You do not need to separately register for each event - just show up to one or both! If you do not wish to receive a race shirt, please select "No Shirt" when selecting your t-shirt size. The t-shirt portion of your entry fee will be donated to the PTO; the perfect option if you dont want another race t-shirt in your closet!
Don't want to run but want to be a part of the fun? Volunteer to help by reaching out by accessing the sign up genius above
RACE DETAILS
* 5K - The 5k features a 2-loop course, beginning and ending near the Willard playground on Franklin Street; the race begins at 8:30am
* KIDS RUN - Before the main event, our youngest runners (1st grade and younger) can try our Mini Loop, a 1/4ish mile loop around Constitution Park (see map here)
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
The cost of registration is $20/person (plus site fees) and includes a race bib, t-shirt, and finishers medal.
Registration for the 5k _includes_ the kids mini-loop registration. You do not need to separately register for each event - just show up to one or both! If you do not wish to receive a race shirt, please select "No Shirt" when selecting your t-shirt size. The t-shirt portion of your entry fee will be donated to the PTO; the perfect option if you dont want another race t-shirt in your closet!
Don't want to run but want to be a part of the fun? Volunteer to help by reaching out by accessing the sign up genius above
Races
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Willard 5k Fun Run and Mini Loop
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:15AM CDT)
$22.20
5k Registration includes registration for the 1/4mile kids mini loop (1st grade and below only). You do not need to separately register for each event - just show up to one or both!
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Location
1250 Ashland Ave, River Forest, 60305, IL, United States
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