Forgotten Warrior Memorial 5k
- Date Sat 12th April 2025
- Location Channahon, Illinois
- Price $38.99
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Forgotten Warrior Memorial 5K on Saturday, April 12, 2025, in Channahon, Illinois! This uplifting event celebrates and honors our veterans, both past and present, who have bravely battled PTSD. The race, held at the beautiful Forgotten Warrior Memorial within Channahon State Park, features a 5K run/walk as well as a 1-mile walk, making it a perfect outing for participants of all ages and abilities, including your furry friends!
Starting at Channahon State Park, the scenic route will guide you south along the picturesque I&M Canal, offering a breathtaking backdrop for your run. This year, participants can personalize their experience by including a photo of their honored warrior along the course. Enjoy a range of family-friendly activities, including food trucks, vendor booths, and raffle baskets, while supporting a great cause. The first 400 registrants will receive a unique finisher medal, and awards will be presented for both overall performance and age categories. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference and create lasting memories—come out and run for those who served!
Starting at Channahon State Park, the scenic route will guide you south along the picturesque I&M Canal, offering a breathtaking backdrop for your run. This year, participants can personalize their experience by including a photo of their honored warrior along the course. Enjoy a range of family-friendly activities, including food trucks, vendor booths, and raffle baskets, while supporting a great cause. The first 400 registrants will receive a unique finisher medal, and awards will be presented for both overall performance and age categories. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference and create lasting memories—come out and run for those who served!
Organiser's Description
5K Run/walk with a 1 mile Walk, dog friendly. Event will be held at the Forgotten Warrior Memorial located at Channahon State Park. Located at
25302 W Story St, Channahon, IL 60410. Carpooling is suggested. We made some changes based on feed back. We will have signs along route we'll offer packet pick ups prior to race day among other changes. This year we will also have an option for a small donation to have a photo of your warrior on the course and on run sign up page.
Route will start at Channahon State Park, heading south along the scenic and picturesque I&M canal. We will have various veterans resources, vendors/sponsors. We will have food trucks, 50/50 drawing, raffle baskets. Shirt will have a spot for you to write in the name of who you're running in Honor of. Honoring our veterans both past and present who are battling PTSD and continuing to raise awareness and support. Packet pick ups will be held at the K9s for Veterans retail store located at 631 E Boughton Rd Suite 155, Bolingbrook, Il, 60440.
VOLUNTEERS! Please send email to Wendy at [email protected]. Please include if you're looking to earn community service hours and age.
5k Registration Includes:
5k Run/Walk Entry
Chip Timed Race Bib
The first 400 participants will receive a finisher medal
Awards will be overall and age category recognition pins.
25302 W Story St, Channahon, IL 60410. Carpooling is suggested. We made some changes based on feed back. We will have signs along route we'll offer packet pick ups prior to race day among other changes. This year we will also have an option for a small donation to have a photo of your warrior on the course and on run sign up page.
Route will start at Channahon State Park, heading south along the scenic and picturesque I&M canal. We will have various veterans resources, vendors/sponsors. We will have food trucks, 50/50 drawing, raffle baskets. Shirt will have a spot for you to write in the name of who you're running in Honor of. Honoring our veterans both past and present who are battling PTSD and continuing to raise awareness and support. Packet pick ups will be held at the K9s for Veterans retail store located at 631 E Boughton Rd Suite 155, Bolingbrook, Il, 60440.
VOLUNTEERS! Please send email to Wendy at [email protected]. Please include if you're looking to earn community service hours and age.
5k Registration Includes:
5k Run/Walk Entry
Chip Timed Race Bib
The first 400 participants will receive a finisher medal
Awards will be overall and age category recognition pins.
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