ERC John Hennelly Public Cross Country Races
- Date Sun 26th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Evanston, Illinois
- Price $33.05
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of athleticism and camaraderie at the ERC John Hennelly Public Cross Country Races, happening on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Lovelace Park in Evanston, Illinois! This exhilarating event invites runners of all ages and skill levels to tackle a challenging, three-lap course spanning 3.62 miles, featuring hills, open fields, and diverse terrain. Whether you're part of a team or racing solo, this event promises to be a fantastic experience amidst the unpredictable fall weather.
Online registration is open to the first 200 entrants until October 24th, with entry fees set at $25 for adults and $20 for runners aged 14 and under. Families of three or more can register for just $60! The races will kick off at 9:00 AM, with categories for both Open and Masters divisions, ensuring everyone has a chance to compete for awards in various age groups. Join fellow runners, schools, and corporate teams for a day filled with fun, competition, and community spirit. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this vibrant event in Evanston!
Online registration is open to the first 200 entrants until October 24th, with entry fees set at $25 for adults and $20 for runners aged 14 and under. Families of three or more can register for just $60! The races will kick off at 9:00 AM, with categories for both Open and Masters divisions, ensuring everyone has a chance to compete for awards in various age groups. Join fellow runners, schools, and corporate teams for a day filled with fun, competition, and community spirit. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this vibrant event in Evanston!
Organiser's Description
Evanston Running Club and Valiant Physical Therapy welcome you to the ERC John Hennelly Public Cross Country Races at Lovelace Park in Evanston IL Sunday October 26, 2025. Online registration is available to the first 200 entrants through Friday October 24th.
Race will be held at 9:00 AM. The three-lap, 3.62-mile wheel-measured course is rich with hills, open fields and challenging terrain.
ENTRY FEES
ADULTS $25
RUNNERS AGES 14 AND UNDER $20
FAMILIES OF THREE OR MORE = $60
DONATIONS ARE GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED AND GO DIRECTLY TOWARD RACE DAY OPERATING EXPENSES. ANY RACE PROCEEDS ABOVE $2150 ARE REGENERATIVE AND WILL GO TOWARDS FUNDING A FUTURE PUBLIC XC EVENT.
Cross Country races let runners compete on natural terrain in unpredictable fall weather conditions as teams or as individuals. The clubs 2021 and 2022 Canal Shores XC events were a big success and hosted competitors from all over the Chicago area as well as from out of state. Running crews, corporate, club, and school teams and runners of all ages are invited to form teams of 3 or more runners. Team size is unlimited.
AWARDS WILL BE POSTED ONLINE FOLLOWING THE EVENT. We will score individuals in the 9:30AM Open and 10:30 AM Masters races as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places as following:
Open Race: 14 and Under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39
Masters Race: 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80-84; 85-89
Recognition will also go to: Top Teams, Fastest Family, Team with the Most Runners
RACES ARE HELD RAIN OR SHINE. IN THE EVENT OF LIGHTNING COURSE WILL BE CLOSED. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. ALTHOUGH DISCOURAGED, RACE DAY ENTRIES ARE $30 FOR ALL AGES; CASH OR CHECK PAYABLE TO: EVANSTON RUNNING CLUB.
For more information contact Jim Potts 312-405-6330; [email protected].
Race will be held at 9:00 AM. The three-lap, 3.62-mile wheel-measured course is rich with hills, open fields and challenging terrain.
ENTRY FEES
ADULTS $25
RUNNERS AGES 14 AND UNDER $20
FAMILIES OF THREE OR MORE = $60
DONATIONS ARE GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED AND GO DIRECTLY TOWARD RACE DAY OPERATING EXPENSES. ANY RACE PROCEEDS ABOVE $2150 ARE REGENERATIVE AND WILL GO TOWARDS FUNDING A FUTURE PUBLIC XC EVENT.
Cross Country races let runners compete on natural terrain in unpredictable fall weather conditions as teams or as individuals. The clubs 2021 and 2022 Canal Shores XC events were a big success and hosted competitors from all over the Chicago area as well as from out of state. Running crews, corporate, club, and school teams and runners of all ages are invited to form teams of 3 or more runners. Team size is unlimited.
AWARDS WILL BE POSTED ONLINE FOLLOWING THE EVENT. We will score individuals in the 9:30AM Open and 10:30 AM Masters races as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places as following:
Open Race: 14 and Under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39
Masters Race: 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80-84; 85-89
Recognition will also go to: Top Teams, Fastest Family, Team with the Most Runners
RACES ARE HELD RAIN OR SHINE. IN THE EVENT OF LIGHTNING COURSE WILL BE CLOSED. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. ALTHOUGH DISCOURAGED, RACE DAY ENTRIES ARE $30 FOR ALL AGES; CASH OR CHECK PAYABLE TO: EVANSTON RUNNING CLUB.
For more information contact Jim Potts 312-405-6330; [email protected].
Races
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Community Race- Fun Run
Incl. $3.05 Fee
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$33.05
CLOSEDA fun run open to all who are interested in participating. -
Open Race- Competitive Race for Runners 39 and Younger
Incl. $3.05 Fee
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$33.05
CLOSEDA competitive race for all runners aged 39 and younger. -
Masters Race- Competitive Race for Those Aged 40 and Older
Incl. $3.05 Fee
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$33.05
CLOSEDA competitive race for participants aged 40 and older.
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