23rd Annual This Run's For Jack 2026
- Date Sun 18th October 2026
- Time 6:00AM CDT
- Location Glen Ellyn, Illinois
- Price $28.29 - $44.30
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
The in-person event features a paved, accessible course that welcomes strollers (just remember to line up behind the runners) and offers complimentary skin screenings with a dermatologist. Enjoy delicious food and drinks at the finish line, and connect with others touched by this important cause in our hospitality tent. Plus, all participants will receive an SPF50 long sleeve shirt, and those who tackle three events will earn a special Tri-Athlete medal and shirt. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while having fun in the heart of Glen Ellyn!
Organiser's Description
FIGHTING MELANOMA EVERY STEP OF THE WAY!
Choose IN-PERSON or VIRTUAL. Single event...or compete in more than one: Run / Walk / Ride / Golf.
* IN-PERSON EVENT:
* Complimentary skin screening with dermatologist.
* Course Map [https://jacksfund.org/trfj2025-revised-5kroute/]
* Hospitality Tent for those touched by the disease.
* Course is paved and accessible for people with disabilities.
* Food and drinks will be available to participants at the finish line.
* Strollers allowed but must line up behind runners.
* PLEASE NOTE: NO PETS, bikes, or roller-blades are allowed in the race.
* TRI-ATHLETE MEDAL AND SHIRT (in-person and virtual)
* Sign-up and compete in 3 events and receive a TRFJ Tri-Athlete medal and shirt.
* All Participants receive an SPF50 Longsleeve Shirt.
* CONTACT US FOR A COUPON CODE:
* when registering a family of 5 or more.
* when sponsoring the event for $500 or more.
Races
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TRFJ2026 5k Run/Walk In-PERSON EVENT
Incl. $3.29 Fee & UPF/SPF Longsleeve Tech-Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (6:00AM CDT)
$28.29
OPENS 30 JUNIN-PERSON 5k Walk/Run. RRCA Championship Event Challenge yourself: Compete in 3 events and receive a Tri-Athlete medal and shirt. Please note: No pets. -
TRFJ VIRTUAL Run/Walk
Incl. $4.30 Fee & UPF/SPF Longsleeve Tech-Shirt
$44.30
OPENS 30 JUNVIRTUAL RUN/WALK. Shirt and medal (if applicable) mailed out after October 19. Challenge yourself: Compete in 3 events and receive a Tri-Athlete medal and shirt. -
TRFJ VIRTUAL 10 Mile Bike Ride
Incl. $4.30 Fee & UPF/SPF Longsleeve Tech-Shirt
$44.30
OPENS 30 JUNBike 10 miles and post your time to our leaderboard. Shirts and medal (if applicable) mailed out after October 19. Challenge yourself: Compete in 3 events and receive a Tri-Athlete medal and shirt. -
TRFJ VIRTUAL Golf Outing (9-Holes at a Course Near You)
Incl. $4.30 Fee & UPF/SPF Longsleeve Tech-Shirt
$44.30
OPENS 30 JUNPlay 9-holes of golf at any course of your choosing and post your score to our leaderboard. Shirt and medal (if applicable) mailed out after October 19. Challenge yourself: Compete in 3 events and receive a Tri-Athlete medal and shirt.
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800 St. Charles Rd., Glen Ellyn, 60137, IL, United States
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