Arny Johnson 5k - 10 mile
- Date Sat 25th April 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Loves Park, Illinois
- Price $38.10 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 10 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 40th Annual Arny Johnson 5K and 10-Mile Run/Walk on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in the beautiful Loves Park, Winnebago! Starting at 8 AM from the Zenith Park Way Trail Head, this exciting race promises a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit. Participants will traverse the scenic Willow Creek Path, with both races kicking off simultaneously, ensuring a vibrant atmosphere for runners and walkers of all ages.
Whether you choose the challenging 10-mile course or the more manageable 5K, you're in for a treat as you explore the stunning landscapes of Rock Cut State Park. This family-friendly event also features special pricing for youth participants aged 18 and under, making it an ideal outing for the whole family. With multiple water stops along the route and exciting race swag options available at packet pick-up, you'll be sure to have a fantastic experience. Plus, by participating, you'll be supporting a great cause—the Fire Department Coffee Foundation, which aids firefighters who are sick or injured on the job. Don't miss out on this incredible event in Loves Park—mark your calendars and get ready to run for a cause!
Whether you choose the challenging 10-mile course or the more manageable 5K, you're in for a treat as you explore the stunning landscapes of Rock Cut State Park. This family-friendly event also features special pricing for youth participants aged 18 and under, making it an ideal outing for the whole family. With multiple water stops along the route and exciting race swag options available at packet pick-up, you'll be sure to have a fantastic experience. Plus, by participating, you'll be supporting a great cause—the Fire Department Coffee Foundation, which aids firefighters who are sick or injured on the job. Don't miss out on this incredible event in Loves Park—mark your calendars and get ready to run for a cause!
Organiser's Description
The 40TH ANNUAL ARNY JOHNSON RUN/WALK will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, 8 am at Zenith Park Way Trail Head (5451 Zenith Pkwy Loves, Park, IL 61111)
The race is the same location as last year, starting and finishing near the Zenith Park Way Trail Head. Both races will go out along Willow Creek Path and into Rock Cut State Park. Corse map down below!
There is a 5k and a 10-mile run/walk. The races will be a gun start all at the same time.
This is a Kid Friendly Race. All 18 and under are $15 (price adjustment at check out.)
There will be three water stops for the 10-mile course. When leaving and re-entering the Willow Creek Path near the dam, you will pass it twice. And near the north entrance to the park where the paved path crosses the road.
RACE CHARITY: Once again, the Fire Department Coffee Foundation will be the charity for the race. They are supporting firefighters who are sick or injured on the job. You can find out more about them here: https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/pages/charity
RACE SWAG: this year we will have several options to pick form so you can chose the swag you want at packet pick up.
AWARDS: Age Group Awards: 8 & under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14 and 5-year increments up to 100+
There will be an awards ceremony for just the first-place male and female soon after they finish. All other finishers can check with the awards table to receive their award. (Awards will not be mailed)
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Friday, the 24th of April at FIRE DEPARTMENT COFFEE FROM 10 am - 2 pm 811 W Riverside Blvd, Rockford, IL 61103
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: Saturday, April 25st, from 7:00 am to 7:50 am at Zenith Park Way Trail Head (5451 Zenith Pkwy Loves, Park, IL 61111)
RACE DAY SIGN-UP: There will be a race day sign-up, but the price will be $50 for the 5K and $60 for the 10M.
COURSE MAP: HERE [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eiRIGlNZ-1pV4ju42mjrAT_IGpjUOhzA/view?usp=sharing]
COURSE RECORDS:
5K - M Lueshen, Charlie 19:43 (set 2025)
5K - W Torres, Deysi 26:06 (set 2025)
10m - M Anderson, Kyle 149 (set 2025)
10m - WCarlson, Kaylin 119 (set 2025)
*** Please note: Willow Creek Path is narrow. For runner safety and due to our insurance requirements, we cannot allow strollers or pets.
The race is the same location as last year, starting and finishing near the Zenith Park Way Trail Head. Both races will go out along Willow Creek Path and into Rock Cut State Park. Corse map down below!
There is a 5k and a 10-mile run/walk. The races will be a gun start all at the same time.
This is a Kid Friendly Race. All 18 and under are $15 (price adjustment at check out.)
There will be three water stops for the 10-mile course. When leaving and re-entering the Willow Creek Path near the dam, you will pass it twice. And near the north entrance to the park where the paved path crosses the road.
RACE CHARITY: Once again, the Fire Department Coffee Foundation will be the charity for the race. They are supporting firefighters who are sick or injured on the job. You can find out more about them here: https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/pages/charity
RACE SWAG: this year we will have several options to pick form so you can chose the swag you want at packet pick up.
AWARDS: Age Group Awards: 8 & under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14 and 5-year increments up to 100+
There will be an awards ceremony for just the first-place male and female soon after they finish. All other finishers can check with the awards table to receive their award. (Awards will not be mailed)
EARLY PACKET PICKUP: Friday, the 24th of April at FIRE DEPARTMENT COFFEE FROM 10 am - 2 pm 811 W Riverside Blvd, Rockford, IL 61103
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP: Saturday, April 25st, from 7:00 am to 7:50 am at Zenith Park Way Trail Head (5451 Zenith Pkwy Loves, Park, IL 61111)
RACE DAY SIGN-UP: There will be a race day sign-up, but the price will be $50 for the 5K and $60 for the 10M.
COURSE MAP: HERE [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eiRIGlNZ-1pV4ju42mjrAT_IGpjUOhzA/view?usp=sharing]
COURSE RECORDS:
5K - M Lueshen, Charlie 19:43 (set 2025)
5K - W Torres, Deysi 26:06 (set 2025)
10m - M Anderson, Kyle 149 (set 2025)
10m - WCarlson, Kaylin 119 (set 2025)
*** Please note: Willow Creek Path is narrow. For runner safety and due to our insurance requirements, we cannot allow strollers or pets.
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 25th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
Note: 5k race starts at 8:00 am. Course marshals will be in place for turnarounds. The course is about and back along the park path, so the lead runners will turn at the halfway mark and head back into "the crowd" of oncoming runners. PLEASE do not run more than two participants wide and allow the runners half of the path as they return to the finish line. -
10 Mile
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Sat 25th April 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$43.40
Note: The 10-mile race starts at 8:00am, and the course is for the first and last mile the rest is a loop around the park on paved trails and roads. Course marshals will be in place for some major turns. Runners must constantly be aware of fellow runners as some sections are out-and-back. Please do not run more than two participants wide in the area with two-way traffic oncoming runners half of the path as they return to the finish line.
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