Darien Dash
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 8:15AM CDT
- Location Darien, Illinois
- Price Free - $53.99
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the 25th Annual Darien Dash on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in the beautiful city of Darien, DuPage! This vibrant event, held at the Darien Swim & Recreation Club, features a variety of race distances to cater to all levels of runners. Participants can choose to race in the 5K or 10K events, with registration priced at $40 and $50 in advance, respectively, or tackle the 1 Mile fun run for just $30. For the youngest athletes, there's a FREE Kiddie Fun Run for ages 6 and under, starting at 8:15 AM!
Join fellow runners and families for a morning filled with energy, music, and camaraderie, as awards will be given to the top three finishers in each race. Every registered participant will receive a complimentary swag bag and a t-shirt to commemorate the day. Please remember that pets, bicycles, and other wheeled items are not allowed on the race course, but strollers are welcome at the rear of the starting line. Don’t miss out on this fantastic community event – mark your calendars and get ready to dash through Darien!
Join fellow runners and families for a morning filled with energy, music, and camaraderie, as awards will be given to the top three finishers in each race. Every registered participant will receive a complimentary swag bag and a t-shirt to commemorate the day. Please remember that pets, bicycles, and other wheeled items are not allowed on the race course, but strollers are welcome at the rear of the starting line. Don’t miss out on this fantastic community event – mark your calendars and get ready to dash through Darien!
Organiser's Description
25TH ANNUAL DARIEN DASH - 1 MILE, 5K AND 10K
PRESENTED BY THE CITY OF DARIEN AND THE DARIEN BUSINESS ALLIANCE
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Darien Swim & Recreation Club
1001 Hinsbrook Avenue, Darien, IL
Event Schedule:
8:15 AM - FREE Kiddie Fun Run* (Ages 6 and under)
8:30 AM - 5k $40 per entrant in advance/$45 on race day
8:30 AM - 10K $50 per entrant in advance/$55 on race day
8:35 AM - 1 Mile $30 per entrant in advance/$35 on race day
*Race course closes just prior to final award ceremony.
AWARDS FOR THE TOP 3 IN 1 MILE, 5K, & 10K RUN - AWARD CEREMONIES WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE END OF EACH RACE.
DJ music warm-up with FREE KIDDIE FUN RUN (ages 5 and under)
Along with a t-shirt, each registered, paid runner will also receive a complimentary swag bag!
*Please note the following items are prohibited:
* Pets
* Bicycles
* Scooters
* In-line skates
* Roller skates
* Any other wheeled items
_Participants with baby strollers/joggers are required to be at the rear of any race start. No pets allowed on the race course._
PARKING INFO:
Parking will be available at the DSRC lot (first come, first served), as well as street parking throughout the surrounding subdivision: DSRC & Subdivision Map [https://maps.app.goo.gl/xYUMsbiFYDT4jUrs6]
THIS EVENT IS MADE POSSIBLE THROUGH SUPPORT OF OUR PARTNERS AND SPONSORS.
PRESENTED BY THE CITY OF DARIEN AND THE DARIEN BUSINESS ALLIANCE
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Darien Swim & Recreation Club
1001 Hinsbrook Avenue, Darien, IL
Event Schedule:
8:15 AM - FREE Kiddie Fun Run* (Ages 6 and under)
8:30 AM - 5k $40 per entrant in advance/$45 on race day
8:30 AM - 10K $50 per entrant in advance/$55 on race day
8:35 AM - 1 Mile $30 per entrant in advance/$35 on race day
*Race course closes just prior to final award ceremony.
AWARDS FOR THE TOP 3 IN 1 MILE, 5K, & 10K RUN - AWARD CEREMONIES WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE END OF EACH RACE.
DJ music warm-up with FREE KIDDIE FUN RUN (ages 5 and under)
Along with a t-shirt, each registered, paid runner will also receive a complimentary swag bag!
*Please note the following items are prohibited:
* Pets
* Bicycles
* Scooters
* In-line skates
* Roller skates
* Any other wheeled items
_Participants with baby strollers/joggers are required to be at the rear of any race start. No pets allowed on the race course._
PARKING INFO:
Parking will be available at the DSRC lot (first come, first served), as well as street parking throughout the surrounding subdivision: DSRC & Subdivision Map [https://maps.app.goo.gl/xYUMsbiFYDT4jUrs6]
THIS EVENT IS MADE POSSIBLE THROUGH SUPPORT OF OUR PARTNERS AND SPONSORS.
Races
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10k
Incl. $3.99 Fee & T-Shirt & Swag Bag
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:30AM CDT)
$53.99
-
5k
Incl. $3.99 Fee & T-Shirt & Swag Bag
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:30AM CDT)
$43.99
-
1 Mile
Incl. $3.49 Fee & T-Shirt & Swag Bag
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:35AM CDT)
$33.49
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Kids Fun Run (5 and Under)
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:15AM CDT)
Free
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