Cantigny 5K Run/Walk 2024 - Benefiting The Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans

  • Date Sat 19th October 2024
  • Time 10:45AM EST
  • Location Wheaton, Illinois
  • Price $5.00 - $35.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the Cantigny 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, October 19, 2024, in the beautiful setting of Wheaton, DuPage. This exciting event not only allows participants to enjoy a scenic 5K course through the stunning 500-acre Cantigny estate, but it also supports a great cause: the Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans. The certified course will take you past the gorgeous gardens, the historic Robert R. McCormick House, and the engaging First Division Museum, with digital clocks at mile markers to keep you on track.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, there's something for everyone. Join the fun with family-friendly distances, including a 1-mile run for ages 6-10 and a 1/4-mile run for the little ones aged 0-5. Plus, enjoy the American Legion Pancake Breakfast and the chance to win awards for top finishers. Donโ€™t miss out on this fantastic community event that combines fitness, family fun, and philanthropyโ€”all while exploring the beautiful grounds of Cantigny!

Organiser's Description

CANTIGNY (PRONOUNCED "CAN - TEE - KNEE")
Cantigny is the former home of Colonel Robert R. McCormick, longtime editor, and publisher of the Chicago Tribune. The 500-acre estate features gardens, the Robert R. McCormick Museum, the First Division Museum, and a 27-hole championship public golf course. 5K participants and their families are invited to explore and enjoy Cantigny.



CANTIGNY 5K RUN/WALK 2024
The Cantigny 5K Run/Walk is a benefit for the Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans, and registrants may enjoy access to Cantigny for the rest of the afternoon.
The course is USATF (# IL17036WR) certified and tours the grounds of Cantigny and Cantigny Golf. Participants will run past Cantignys Gardens, the Robert R. McCormick House, and the First Division Museum. The portion on the golf course will be run on the cart paths. Digital clocks or timers will be located at mile markers. Water stations will be set up at the halfway mark and at the start/finish line.



MIDWEST SHELTER FOR HOMELESS VETERANS
All proceeds from the Cantigny 5K Run/Walk will benefit the Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans in Wheaton, IL. The shelter is a not-for-profit transitional living facility that provides assistance to U.S. veterans of any era, the opportunity to return to useful and productive lives by providing them with the skills for independent living.



REGISTRATION FEES
5K chip-timed race (price is for any runner or walker of any age who plans to participate)
$25 until August 19
$30 August 20 - September 20
$35 September 21 - October 16
$40 October 17 - October 18
1-Mile Run (non-chipped, for ages 6-10)
$5
1/4-Mile Run (non-chipped, for ages 0-5)
$5



RACE SCHEDULE
Friday, October 18, 2024
11 am - 7 pm: Early packet pick-up, Visitors Center
Saturday, October 19, 2024
7 am - 8:45 am: Packet Pick-up, Visitors Center
7:30 am 12:30 pm: American Legion Pancake Breakfast
9 am: 5K Run/Walk Start
10 am: 5K Awards Ceremony, followed by 1-mile and 1/4 -mile runs

Your disposable timing chip will be included with your packet and attached to the back of your bib number.
The parking fee will be waived for registered participants picking up their packets.



AWARD CEREMONY
The first 750 5K finishers will receive a participation medal. At approximately 10 am, outside in the South Lot, near the finish line, THE AWARDS WILL BE PRESENTED TO THE TOP THREE MALE AND FEMALE OVERALL FINISHERS.

The top three male and female overall finishers for the 1-Mile and 1/4-Mile runs will also receive an award immediately following the end of each race.

Awards will be given only to registered runners with a valid chip. The official race results provided by Mattoon Multisport will be used for overall and age group rankings.



PARKING
Ample free parking for race participants and volunteers is available close to the Visitors Center and the finish line, so participants can leave gear in their car.



CANTIGNY'S WEBSITE
For further up-to-date information on the 5K Run/Walk or on Cantigny, please visit our website at Cantigny.org.



VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are needed and welcome to assist with registration, packet pickup, refreshments, course marshals, and water stops. If you are interested, please contact Liz Omura at [email protected].



AMERICAN LEGION PANCAKE BREAKFAST
7:30 am 12:30 pm in Le Jardin
$12 (ages 13 and up)
$5 (ages 5 12)
Free for children 4 and under
Tickets to the pancake breakfast may be purchased during packet pick up on October 18th at a discounted rate of $10 per adult.



ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For additional event information, visit Cantigny.org, email Brian Gray at [email protected], or by phone during regular office hours at 630.260.8167.



BICYCLES, STROLLERS, ETC.
Bicycles, in-line skates, roller skates, scooters, other wheeled vehicles (except wheelchairs), and dogs are not allowed on the course, will not be allowed through the finish chutes, and will not be included in the results. Runners with baby strollers may not run competitively and must start after and remain behind runners for the entire race.

Races

  • Cantigny 5K Run/Walk - Benefiting the Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans

    Incl. Tech - Shirt Long Sleve

    Sat 19th October 2024 (9:00AM EDT)

    $35.00

    CLOSED
    The 5K course is USATF (#IL-17036-WR) certified entirely on Cantigny grounds and a blacktop surface. The race starts at the Visitors Center and proceeds out onto the rolling hills of the Cantigny Golf course and back to the Visitors Center. Participants will run past the First Division Museum, The McCormick House, and finish by running through Cantigny Gardens to the Visitors Center. The portion on the golf course will be run on the cart paths. Digital clocks or timers will be located at mile markers. Water stations will be set up at the halfway mark and at the start/finish line.
  • 6 - 10 Year-Old Run 1-Mile Run (Non-Chiped)

    Sat 19th October 2024 (10:15AM EDT)

    $5.00

    CLOSED
    The 6 - 10-Year-Old Run is for children ages 6 to 10 and the 0 - 5-Year-Old Run is for children ages 0 to 5. Races will start following the 5K Run/Walk award ceremony. 6 - 10-Year-Old Runis 1-mile in length and the 0 - 5-Year-Old Run is approximately 1/4 -mile. Neither child's run will be chip timed.
  • 0 - 5 Year-Old Run 1/4-Mile Run (Non-Chiped)

    Sat 19th October 2024 (10:45AM EDT)

    $5.00

    CLOSED
    The 6 - 10-Year-Old Run is for children ages 6 to 10 and the 0 - 5-Year-Old Run is for children ages 0 to 5. Races will start following the 5K Run/Walk award ceremony. 6 - 10-Year-Old Runis 1-mile in length and the 0 - 5-Year-Old Run is approximately 1/4 -mile. Neither child's run will be chip timed.

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