Carol Stream Veterans 5K Walk/Run
- Date Sun 8th November 2026
- Time 10:30AM CST
- Location Carol Stream, Illinois
- Price $35.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Carol Stream Veterans 5K Walk/Run on Sunday, November 8, 2026, in the heart of Carol Stream, DuPage! This exciting community event is a heartfelt tribute to our veterans, providing an opportunity for residents to come together in appreciation of their service. The race kicks off with registration at 10:00 AM at the Town Center, followed by the walk/run starting at 10:30 AM. Participants will enjoy a scenic route through Armstrong Park before returning to the Town Center for post-race festivities, including lunch at JT's Corner Tap & Eatery and a chance to win prizes in a raffle.
Whether you’re walking or running, this event promises to be a fun-filled day that fosters community spirit while supporting a great cause, with proceeds benefiting VFW Post 10396. Mark your calendars for this special day of camaraderie, fitness, and gratitude as we honor our veterans!
Whether you’re walking or running, this event promises to be a fun-filled day that fosters community spirit while supporting a great cause, with proceeds benefiting VFW Post 10396. Mark your calendars for this special day of camaraderie, fitness, and gratitude as we honor our veterans!
Organiser's Description
Neighbors - Thank you for being a part of something special in Carol Stream. The Carol Stream 5K Walk/Run is a new event for our town. We love our Veterans and we can't thank them enough. The idea is for the community to come together on Sunday, November 8th (before Veterans Day) and do a walk/run. We will start at the town center. Go through Armstrong Park and end up at the Town Center. After the race, we will all go grab lunch at JT's Corner Tap & Eatery for drinks and a raffle.
10:00am Registration - Town Center
10:30am Walk/Run begins
12pm JT's Corner Tap & Eatery
Proceeds from Carol Stream Veterans 5K Walk/Run will go to VFW Post 10396 attn: Jim Benzin Commander.
Thank you - Jim Guthrie (312-961-9558), Dan Bird and Jim Zay
10:00am Registration - Town Center
10:30am Walk/Run begins
12pm JT's Corner Tap & Eatery
Proceeds from Carol Stream Veterans 5K Walk/Run will go to VFW Post 10396 attn: Jim Benzin Commander.
Thank you - Jim Guthrie (312-961-9558), Dan Bird and Jim Zay
Races
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5K Walk/Run
Sun 8th November 2026 (10:30AM CST)
$35.00
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960 N Gary Ave, Carol Stream, 60188, IL, United States
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