El Trote De Las Calacas
- Date Sat 2nd November 2024
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Elgin, Illinois
- Price $59.79
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the vibrant community of Elgin, Illinois, on Saturday, November 2, 2024, for the highly anticipated El Trote De Las Calacas, also known as the Skeleton Trot! This festive event features a USATF-certified 5K race and walk that kicks off at 8 AM from the Gail Borden Public Library, located at 270 N. Grove Ave. Participants of all ages and abilities are encouraged to take part in this lively celebration, which showcases the beauty of Elgin's historic northeast neighborhood and the scenic bike path along the Fox River.
El Trote De Las Calacas is not just a race; it's a wonderful opportunity to foster community spirit while raising funds to support vital local services provided by School District U-46 and the Gail Borden Public Library District. With exciting perks, including a goodie bag, special t-shirts for the first 600 registrants, and a medal for the first 600 finishers, this event promises to be a memorable experience. Don't miss your chance to be part of this joyous occasion—mark your calendars and get ready to trot for a great cause!
El Trote De Las Calacas is not just a race; it's a wonderful opportunity to foster community spirit while raising funds to support vital local services provided by School District U-46 and the Gail Borden Public Library District. With exciting perks, including a goodie bag, special t-shirts for the first 600 registrants, and a medal for the first 600 finishers, this event promises to be a memorable experience. Don't miss your chance to be part of this joyous occasion—mark your calendars and get ready to trot for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT
In remarkable fashion, the Gail Borden Public library District Foundation and the U-46 Educational Foundation have partnered to create an extraordinary race and fall season for this community. On November 2, El Trote De Las Calacas (the Skeleton Trot), a USTF certified 5K race (and walk) steps off amid music and fanfare at 8 am on a course that begins at the Gail Borden Public Library at 270 N. Grove, Elgin, Illinois.
_LAST DAY TO REGISTER IS OCTOBER 18_
GROUP/TEAM REGISTRATION
* Multi-person registration is available for 4 people or more. A discount will be applied. Shirts are an additional purchase.
WHAT IS EL TROTE DE LAS CALACAS/THE SKELETON TROT?
* El Trote De Las Calacas/The Skeleton Trot is a USATF-certified 5K race (and walk) held November 2. It will step off at 8 am on a course that begins at the Gail Borden Public Library at 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin, and winds through Elgins historic northeast neighborhood and scenic bike path along the Fox River.
* The Skeleton Trot will showcase community diversity while raising funds to support thousands of residents served by both School District U-46 and the Gail Borden Public Library District, the partners for the event. Both are registered 501(c)(3) organizations.
CAN ANYONE PARTICIPATE?
* Yes! The race is open to participants of all ages, ability levels and backgrounds.
VOLUNTEERS
* Volunteers are needed and welcome to assist with registration, packet pickup, refreshments, course marshals, and more. If you are interested, please visit gailborden.info/volunteer [https://gailborden.info/volunteer] to sign up.
HOW DO I REGISTER AND CAN I REGISTER IN PERSON?
* We require all participants to register online here.
WHAT DO I GET BY REGISTERING?
* Participants will receive a goodie bag with a specially designed shirt and a unique bib number. On race day, you will receive additional items such as a medal, champurrado (hot chocolate) and churros (sweet treats) at the finish line and other free cool stuff. (Items subject to change.)
* T-shirts are guaranteed to the first 600 registrants. (*Sizes may vary.)
* Medals are guaranteed to the first 600 finishers.
WHEN CAN I PICK UP MY BIB AND T-SHIRT?
* Packet pick-up will take place Thursday, October 24 (4-8 pm) and Saturday, October 26 (9-5 pm) at the Gail Borden Public Library Main Library.
IS THE RACE TIMED?
* Participants will get a timed bib. The results will be automatically recorded when crossing the finish line.
IS THERE A DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR EL TROTE? CAN I REGISTER FOR THE EVENT ON RACE DAY?
* The last day for registration is October 18. We will not allow registrations after this date and there will not be same-day registration.
DOES EVERY PARTICIPANT NEED TO PROVIDE AN EMAIL ADDRESS?
* Every person 18 years of age and up is required to provide his/her individual email address. Each participant must sign a waiver form. Minors under 18 years need an adult to register for them and sign a waiver form on their behalf.
DOES EVERY PARTICIPANT NEED TO REGISTER?
* Yes, all participants will need to have an official registration to be on the course.
IS EVERYONE REQUIRED TO SIGN A WAIVER FORM?
* Yes. All participants are required to sign and submit the Agreement and Liability Waiver including walkers, joggers, runners, skippers, bikers, and wheelchair participants.
ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED DURING EL TROTE?
* Yes, participants are allowed to walk/run with children in strollers.
ARE PETS ALLOWED ON THE RACE COURSE?
* Unfortunately, no pets will be allowed. Service dogs are permitted.
CAN I GET A REFUND OR REIMBURSEMENT?
* Sales are final and there are no refunds.
WHO GETS AN AWARD?
* The first 600 finishers will receive a participation medal.
* The first place male and female finishers will receive an award.
* The first place in the following age categories will receive an award.
* Female:
* Age 12 and under
* Age 13-19
* Age 20-30
* Age 31-45
* Age 46-59
* Age 60+
* Male
* Age 12 and under
* Age 13-19
* Age 20-30
* Age 31-45
* Age 46-59
* Age 60+
In remarkable fashion, the Gail Borden Public library District Foundation and the U-46 Educational Foundation have partnered to create an extraordinary race and fall season for this community. On November 2, El Trote De Las Calacas (the Skeleton Trot), a USTF certified 5K race (and walk) steps off amid music and fanfare at 8 am on a course that begins at the Gail Borden Public Library at 270 N. Grove, Elgin, Illinois.
_LAST DAY TO REGISTER IS OCTOBER 18_
GROUP/TEAM REGISTRATION
* Multi-person registration is available for 4 people or more. A discount will be applied. Shirts are an additional purchase.
WHAT IS EL TROTE DE LAS CALACAS/THE SKELETON TROT?
* El Trote De Las Calacas/The Skeleton Trot is a USATF-certified 5K race (and walk) held November 2. It will step off at 8 am on a course that begins at the Gail Borden Public Library at 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin, and winds through Elgins historic northeast neighborhood and scenic bike path along the Fox River.
* The Skeleton Trot will showcase community diversity while raising funds to support thousands of residents served by both School District U-46 and the Gail Borden Public Library District, the partners for the event. Both are registered 501(c)(3) organizations.
CAN ANYONE PARTICIPATE?
* Yes! The race is open to participants of all ages, ability levels and backgrounds.
VOLUNTEERS
* Volunteers are needed and welcome to assist with registration, packet pickup, refreshments, course marshals, and more. If you are interested, please visit gailborden.info/volunteer [https://gailborden.info/volunteer] to sign up.
HOW DO I REGISTER AND CAN I REGISTER IN PERSON?
* We require all participants to register online here.
WHAT DO I GET BY REGISTERING?
* Participants will receive a goodie bag with a specially designed shirt and a unique bib number. On race day, you will receive additional items such as a medal, champurrado (hot chocolate) and churros (sweet treats) at the finish line and other free cool stuff. (Items subject to change.)
* T-shirts are guaranteed to the first 600 registrants. (*Sizes may vary.)
* Medals are guaranteed to the first 600 finishers.
WHEN CAN I PICK UP MY BIB AND T-SHIRT?
* Packet pick-up will take place Thursday, October 24 (4-8 pm) and Saturday, October 26 (9-5 pm) at the Gail Borden Public Library Main Library.
IS THE RACE TIMED?
* Participants will get a timed bib. The results will be automatically recorded when crossing the finish line.
IS THERE A DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR EL TROTE? CAN I REGISTER FOR THE EVENT ON RACE DAY?
* The last day for registration is October 18. We will not allow registrations after this date and there will not be same-day registration.
DOES EVERY PARTICIPANT NEED TO PROVIDE AN EMAIL ADDRESS?
* Every person 18 years of age and up is required to provide his/her individual email address. Each participant must sign a waiver form. Minors under 18 years need an adult to register for them and sign a waiver form on their behalf.
DOES EVERY PARTICIPANT NEED TO REGISTER?
* Yes, all participants will need to have an official registration to be on the course.
IS EVERYONE REQUIRED TO SIGN A WAIVER FORM?
* Yes. All participants are required to sign and submit the Agreement and Liability Waiver including walkers, joggers, runners, skippers, bikers, and wheelchair participants.
ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED DURING EL TROTE?
* Yes, participants are allowed to walk/run with children in strollers.
ARE PETS ALLOWED ON THE RACE COURSE?
* Unfortunately, no pets will be allowed. Service dogs are permitted.
CAN I GET A REFUND OR REIMBURSEMENT?
* Sales are final and there are no refunds.
WHO GETS AN AWARD?
* The first 600 finishers will receive a participation medal.
* The first place male and female finishers will receive an award.
* The first place in the following age categories will receive an award.
* Female:
* Age 12 and under
* Age 13-19
* Age 20-30
* Age 31-45
* Age 46-59
* Age 60+
* Male
* Age 12 and under
* Age 13-19
* Age 20-30
* Age 31-45
* Age 46-59
* Age 60+
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