Beer Vs Wine 5K (Chicago Area)
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 1:00PM CDT
- Location Elk Grove, Illinois
- Price $18.82 - $48.43
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of fun and competition at the Beer Vs Wine 5K in Elk Grove Village, Cook County, on Saturday, July 18, 2026! This exhilarating event is perfect for running or walking enthusiasts who also appreciate the finer things in life—beer and wine. Participants will have the unique opportunity to vote for their favorite beverage during registration, adding an extra layer of excitement to the race.
Join fellow wine lovers and beer aficionados as you dash through the scenic Busse Woods Forest Preserve in a timed 5K race. Your registration not only grants you a stunning double-sided finisher's medal showcasing both the beer and wine sides, but also includes two drink tickets for participants aged 21 and over. Enjoy age group prizes, a lively DJ, free photos, and delicious snacks as you celebrate with friends and family. The festivities kick off at 12:45 PM with packet pickup, followed by a pre-race party at 1:00 PM. Don't miss out on the fun—come and see who will reign supreme, beer or wine!
Join fellow wine lovers and beer aficionados as you dash through the scenic Busse Woods Forest Preserve in a timed 5K race. Your registration not only grants you a stunning double-sided finisher's medal showcasing both the beer and wine sides, but also includes two drink tickets for participants aged 21 and over. Enjoy age group prizes, a lively DJ, free photos, and delicious snacks as you celebrate with friends and family. The festivities kick off at 12:45 PM with packet pickup, followed by a pre-race party at 1:00 PM. Don't miss out on the fun—come and see who will reign supreme, beer or wine!
Organiser's Description
LIKE RUNNING OR WALKING? LOVE WINE OR BEER? THIS RACE IS FOR YOU!
ARE YOU A BEER LOVER OR WINE LOVER?
WHO IS GOING TO WIN... BEER OR WINE?
VOTE DURING REGISTRATION!
YOUR 5K REGISTRATION INCLUDES
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DOUBLE SIDED FINISHER'S MEDAL... BEER & WINE SIDE!
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2 - DRINK TICKETS FOR EITHER BEER OR WINE FOR 21+ PARTICIPANTS
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CHIPPED TIMED 5K
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AGE GROUP PRIZES
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FUN PARTY BLASTING DJ
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FREE PHOTOS
*
YUMMY SNACKS
JOIN US ON A FUN SATURDAY AFTERNOON PARTY, JULY 18, 2026!
FOR AN EXCITING NEW EVENT THAT FEATURES THE AMAZING SCENERY OF BUSSE WOODS FOREST PRESERVE!
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12:45PM PACKET PICKUP OPENS
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1:00PM SATURDAY AFTERNOON PARTY BEGINS - ENJOY SOME BEER/WINE BEFORE THE 5K!
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2:00PM 5K STARTS RUN/WALK
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3:45PM LAST CALL
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4:00PM PARTY IS OVER
ARE YOU A BEER LOVER OR WINE LOVER?
WHO IS GOING TO WIN... BEER OR WINE?
VOTE DURING REGISTRATION!
YOUR 5K REGISTRATION INCLUDES
*
DOUBLE SIDED FINISHER'S MEDAL... BEER & WINE SIDE!
*
2 - DRINK TICKETS FOR EITHER BEER OR WINE FOR 21+ PARTICIPANTS
*
CHIPPED TIMED 5K
*
AGE GROUP PRIZES
*
FUN PARTY BLASTING DJ
*
FREE PHOTOS
*
YUMMY SNACKS
JOIN US ON A FUN SATURDAY AFTERNOON PARTY, JULY 18, 2026!
FOR AN EXCITING NEW EVENT THAT FEATURES THE AMAZING SCENERY OF BUSSE WOODS FOREST PRESERVE!
*
12:45PM PACKET PICKUP OPENS
*
1:00PM SATURDAY AFTERNOON PARTY BEGINS - ENJOY SOME BEER/WINE BEFORE THE 5K!
*
2:00PM 5K STARTS RUN/WALK
*
3:45PM LAST CALL
*
4:00PM PARTY IS OVER
Races
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Beer vs Wine 5K
Incl. $5.44 Fee & Choose Your Tech Shirt (Additional Purchase)
Sat 18th July 2026 (2:00PM CDT)
$48.43
CLOSED -
0.0K (No 5K)
Incl. $3.82 Fee & Choose Your Tech Shirt (Additional Purchase)
Sat 18th July 2026 (1:00PM CDT)
$18.82
CLOSED
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