BeACTIVE
- Date Sat 16th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Joliet, Illinois
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the annual BeACTIVE NAMI Will-Grundy 5k on Saturday, May 16, 2026! This exciting event will take place at the Joliet Regional Airport, located at 4000 West Jefferson Street in Joliet, Illinois. Participants can look forward to a fun, certified, and chip-timed 5k loop that starts at 8:00 AM for runners and 8:15 AM for walkers and families.
In addition to the main race, there will be a delightful 100m Kids' Fun Dash for children aged 9 and under at 9:00 AM. This vibrant event not only promotes physical activity but also supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting NAMI Will-Grundy to enhance education, support, and advocacy for mental health awareness. Don’t miss your chance to earn awards for the top male and female finishers in various age groups, and secure your Dri-FIT shirt by registering before April 18th! Join us for a wonderful day of community, fitness, and fun while making a positive impact on the lives of those affected by mental illness.
In addition to the main race, there will be a delightful 100m Kids' Fun Dash for children aged 9 and under at 9:00 AM. This vibrant event not only promotes physical activity but also supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting NAMI Will-Grundy to enhance education, support, and advocacy for mental health awareness. Don’t miss your chance to earn awards for the top male and female finishers in various age groups, and secure your Dri-FIT shirt by registering before April 18th! Join us for a wonderful day of community, fitness, and fun while making a positive impact on the lives of those affected by mental illness.
Organiser's Description
Register today for the annual BeActive NAMI Will-Grundy 5k! This fun, certified, and chip-timed 5k loop will start/finish at the Joliet Regional Airport located at 4000 West Jefferson Street in Joliet, IL. Proceeds benefit NAMI Will-Grundy to provide education, support, advocacy, and public awareness, so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives. Start times for runners begin at 8am, and for walkers/families begin at 8:15am. A 100m Kids' Fun Dash will follow post race at 9am (children 9 years old and under). Awards will be provided to the top M/F finishers from each age group. Dri-FIT shirts are included in the registration fee until April 18th.
January 1st - April 18th $35 and guarantee your shirt size
Apr 19th - May 9th: $40 and NO guarantee on shirt size
May 10th - race day: $50 and NO guarantee on shirt size
Race packets can be picked up at 7:00 am on the day of the race. We look forward to seeing you then!
Awards: Top 3 M/F Overall. Age Groups 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
January 1st - April 18th $35 and guarantee your shirt size
Apr 19th - May 9th: $40 and NO guarantee on shirt size
May 10th - race day: $50 and NO guarantee on shirt size
Race packets can be picked up at 7:00 am on the day of the race. We look forward to seeing you then!
Awards: Top 3 M/F Overall. Age Groups 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
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