3rd Annual McHenry Runathon
- Date Thu 6th August 2026
- Time 8:00PM CDT
- Location Mchenry, Illinois
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting and community-driven experience at the 3rd Annual McHenry Runathon on Thursday, August 6th, 2026! This fantastic event takes place in the heart of McHenry at the McCracken Field athletic complex, where participants of all ages can come together for a fun-filled hour of walking or running. Unlike traditional races, the McHenry Runathon challenges you to cover as much distance as possible in just one hour on a unique 1-mile course that features a mix of gravel, grass, asphalt, and track surfaces.
This family-friendly event not only promotes fitness and camaraderie but also supports the MCHS cross country team, with all proceeds going directly to fund their activities. With a $25 entry fee, participants can join the fun and receive a stylish Runathon T-shirt if they register by July 27. You can also contribute through additional monetary donations to further support the team. Mark your calendars and join us for a day of community spirit and athletic fun at the McHenry Runathon!
This family-friendly event not only promotes fitness and camaraderie but also supports the MCHS cross country team, with all proceeds going directly to fund their activities. With a $25 entry fee, participants can join the fun and receive a stylish Runathon T-shirt if they register by July 27. You can also contribute through additional monetary donations to further support the team. Mark your calendars and join us for a day of community spirit and athletic fun at the McHenry Runathon!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 3rd Annual McHenry Runathona fun, all-ages community event established to support the MCHS cross country team.
1 hour... Walk or run... How far can you go? The McHenry Runathon is a unique event where all participants are measured not by time but by the distance traveled in 1 hour. Complete laps on our custom 1-mile course, which includes gravel, grass, asphalt, and track surfaces, entirely within the McCracken Field athletic complex.
Family friendly; walkers welcome! Register by July 27 to guarantee yourself a Runathon T-shirt.
All proceeds go directly to the MCHS cross country team for food and team activities throughout the season. There are two ways that the team will raise money:
1) Your $25 entry fee to the event
2) Direct monetary donations (available through the registration website)
Thank you for your support!
-Coach Kevin Horst, Kristen Karnick, & Dean Roehrborn
McHenry Cross Country
1 hour... Walk or run... How far can you go? The McHenry Runathon is a unique event where all participants are measured not by time but by the distance traveled in 1 hour. Complete laps on our custom 1-mile course, which includes gravel, grass, asphalt, and track surfaces, entirely within the McCracken Field athletic complex.
Family friendly; walkers welcome! Register by July 27 to guarantee yourself a Runathon T-shirt.
All proceeds go directly to the MCHS cross country team for food and team activities throughout the season. There are two ways that the team will raise money:
1) Your $25 entry fee to the event
2) Direct monetary donations (available through the registration website)
Thank you for your support!
-Coach Kevin Horst, Kristen Karnick, & Dean Roehrborn
McHenry Cross Country
Races
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McHenry Runathon
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 6th August 2026 (8:00PM CDT)
$27.50
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