2026 Woodstock Groundhog Day 5k
- Date Sat 31st January 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Woodstock, Illinois
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 2026 Woodstock Groundhog Day 5K on Saturday, January 31st, in the charming town of Woodstock, McHenry! This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 am, starting just north of the Metra Train Station. As a chip-timed, USATF certified race, the Groundhog Day 5K has become a beloved community tradition, celebrating the whimsical spirit of Groundhog Day while supporting Woodstock High School Athletics.
Participants of all ages are welcome to join in the fun, whether running or walking, with the course protected for 50 minutes. Runners can look forward to a festive atmosphere complete with a commemorative finishers medal, a stylish long-sleeve t-shirt, a complimentary beer from Kishwaukee Brewing (for those 21 and over), and a swag bag filled with goodies. This year, don’t miss the chance to shop at the new apparel store featuring Groundhog Day 5K themed merchandise! Come and be part of this joyful celebration on January 31st, and help us continue this wonderful tradition!
Participants of all ages are welcome to join in the fun, whether running or walking, with the course protected for 50 minutes. Runners can look forward to a festive atmosphere complete with a commemorative finishers medal, a stylish long-sleeve t-shirt, a complimentary beer from Kishwaukee Brewing (for those 21 and over), and a swag bag filled with goodies. This year, don’t miss the chance to shop at the new apparel store featuring Groundhog Day 5K themed merchandise! Come and be part of this joyful celebration on January 31st, and help us continue this wonderful tradition!
Organiser's Description
WHAT: WOODSTOCK GROUNDHOG DAY 5K
WHERE: Woodstock, IL START LINE: North of the Metra Train Station
WHEN: Saturday, January 31st 8:00 am start
WOODSTOCK GROUNDHOG DAY 5K RACE WILL TAKE PLACE IN WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS. THIS CHIP-TIMED, USATF CERTIFIED 5K RACE HAS BECOME A FUN AND FESTIVE COMMUNITY TRADITION, CELEBRATING THE SPIRIT OF GROUNDHOG DAY WHILE SUPPORTING A GREAT CAUSE WOODSTOCK HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS.
WHAT YOU GET:
* Commemorative Finishers Medal
* Commemorative long-sleeve t-shirt
* 1 free beer from Kishwaukee Brewing (21 and over)
* Swag bag
* Post-race finishers village
**NEW THIS YEAR
* Apparel Store: Purchase additional Groundhog Day 5K themed merchandise
* USATF Certified Course
* Automatic Chip Timing
* Run Streak Medals for 2nd year participants
*Participants are welcome to run or walk, but the "street course" will only be protected for 50 minutes. After this time all participants will be asked to move to the sidewalk.
****PREVIEW THE APPAREL "STORE" BELOW V
WHERE: Woodstock, IL START LINE: North of the Metra Train Station
WHEN: Saturday, January 31st 8:00 am start
WOODSTOCK GROUNDHOG DAY 5K RACE WILL TAKE PLACE IN WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS. THIS CHIP-TIMED, USATF CERTIFIED 5K RACE HAS BECOME A FUN AND FESTIVE COMMUNITY TRADITION, CELEBRATING THE SPIRIT OF GROUNDHOG DAY WHILE SUPPORTING A GREAT CAUSE WOODSTOCK HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS.
WHAT YOU GET:
* Commemorative Finishers Medal
* Commemorative long-sleeve t-shirt
* 1 free beer from Kishwaukee Brewing (21 and over)
* Swag bag
* Post-race finishers village
**NEW THIS YEAR
* Apparel Store: Purchase additional Groundhog Day 5K themed merchandise
* USATF Certified Course
* Automatic Chip Timing
* Run Streak Medals for 2nd year participants
*Participants are welcome to run or walk, but the "street course" will only be protected for 50 minutes. After this time all participants will be asked to move to the sidewalk.
****PREVIEW THE APPAREL "STORE" BELOW V
Races
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2026 Woodstock Groundhog Day 5k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 31st January 2026 (8:00AM CST)
$43.40
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