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
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 2026 Woodstock Groundhog Day 5K! This exciting event takes place on Saturday, January 31st, 2026, in the charming town of Woodstock, McHenry County, Illinois. Kicking off at 8:00 am just north of the Metra Train Station, this chip-timed, USATF certified race promises a memorable experience as participants run a scenic 5K course that weaves past iconic locations featured in the beloved 1993 film, *Groundhog Day*.
Join fellow runners and community members in celebrating this fun and festive tradition, all while supporting Woodstock High School Athletics. Each participant will receive a commemorative finishers medal and a stylish long-sleeve t-shirt, making it a perfect way to showcase your achievement. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this energetic event that combines fitness, community spirit, and a touch of Hollywood magic!
Join fellow runners and community members in celebrating this fun and festive tradition, all while supporting Woodstock High School Athletics. Each participant will receive a commemorative finishers medal and a stylish long-sleeve t-shirt, making it a perfect way to showcase your achievement. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this energetic event that combines fitness, community spirit, and a touch of Hollywood magic!
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:
* Race on a USATF certified 5K course that runs by sites from the 1993 film _GROUNDHOG DAY_, filmed in Woodstock.
* Commemorative Finishers Medal
* Chip-timing
* Commemorative long-sleeve t-shirt
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:
* Race on a USATF certified 5K course that runs by sites from the 1993 film _GROUNDHOG DAY_, filmed in Woodstock.
* Commemorative Finishers Medal
* Chip-timing
* Commemorative long-sleeve t-shirt
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
OPENS 17 NOV
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