Fox Valley Winter Challenge Trail Series 5K
- Date Sat 24th January 2026
- Time 10:00AM CST
- Location Batavia, Illinois
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to kick off your 2026 trail running season with the Fox Valley Winter Challenge Trail Series 5K, taking place on Saturday, January 24, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Batavia, Kane County. This exhilarating 5K race promises a unique winter adventure at the scenic Dick Young Forest Preserve, where runners will navigate winding trails, enjoy sweeping prairie views, and embrace the invigorating winter chill.
This event is the first race in a thrilling three-part Winter Challenge series, which also features 8K and 10K races at different stunning preserves across the Fox Valley. Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or new to winter racing, this 5K offers an exciting and unpredictable journey through nature's winter playground, with a mix of grass, dirt, and crushed limestone terrain. Participants can choose to run just the 5K or opt for the Trail Series Combo to earn all three finisher medals, which connect into one impressive display, along with exclusive series swag. Cross the finish line to receive a unique medal and bragging rights for starting your year in the best way possible. Lace up your running shoes, layer up for warmth, and get ready for an unforgettable race experience!
This event is the first race in a thrilling three-part Winter Challenge series, which also features 8K and 10K races at different stunning preserves across the Fox Valley. Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or new to winter racing, this 5K offers an exciting and unpredictable journey through nature's winter playground, with a mix of grass, dirt, and crushed limestone terrain. Participants can choose to run just the 5K or opt for the Trail Series Combo to earn all three finisher medals, which connect into one impressive display, along with exclusive series swag. Cross the finish line to receive a unique medal and bragging rights for starting your year in the best way possible. Lace up your running shoes, layer up for warmth, and get ready for an unforgettable race experience!
Organiser's Description
Kick off your 2026 trail season with a frosty 5K thats anything but ordinary. The Fox Valley Winter Challenge Trail Series is backand we're starting strong at the scenic (and occasionally snow-dusted) Dick Young Forest Preserve in Batavia. Expect winding trails, open prairie views, and that signature winter chill to keep you on your toes.
This is the first race in our three-part Winter Challenge series, which also includes an 8K and 10K at different preserves across the Fox Valley. You can run just the 5K or go all in with the Trail Series Combo to earn all three finisher medalsdesigned to connect into one epic displayand unlock exclusive series swag.
Perfect for both seasoned trail runners and those just starting to dip their toes into winter racing, this 5K offers a fast, fun, and slightly unpredictable ride through natures winter playground. The terrain is a mix of grass, dirt, and crushed limestone, with the added twist of whatever winter throws our waysnow, slush, mud, or crisp dry trails.
Everyone who crosses the finish line walks away with a unique medal and custom winter swag. But more importantly, youll earn bragging rights for starting your year off in the most badass way possible.
Lace up, layer up, and well see you out there.
You can sign up 2 or 3 races from any of the race websites, however here are their specific addresses:
5K: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Batavia/FoxValleyWinterChallengeTrailSeries1
8K: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Aurora/FoxValleyWinterChallengeTrailSeries2
10K: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/StCharles/FoxValleyWinterChallengeTrailSeries3
This is the first race in our three-part Winter Challenge series, which also includes an 8K and 10K at different preserves across the Fox Valley. You can run just the 5K or go all in with the Trail Series Combo to earn all three finisher medalsdesigned to connect into one epic displayand unlock exclusive series swag.
Perfect for both seasoned trail runners and those just starting to dip their toes into winter racing, this 5K offers a fast, fun, and slightly unpredictable ride through natures winter playground. The terrain is a mix of grass, dirt, and crushed limestone, with the added twist of whatever winter throws our waysnow, slush, mud, or crisp dry trails.
Everyone who crosses the finish line walks away with a unique medal and custom winter swag. But more importantly, youll earn bragging rights for starting your year off in the most badass way possible.
Lace up, layer up, and well see you out there.
You can sign up 2 or 3 races from any of the race websites, however here are their specific addresses:
5K: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Batavia/FoxValleyWinterChallengeTrailSeries1
8K: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Aurora/FoxValleyWinterChallengeTrailSeries2
10K: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/StCharles/FoxValleyWinterChallengeTrailSeries3
Races
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Fox Valley Winter Challenge Trail Series 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & 2026 Giveaway
Sat 24th January 2026 (10:00AM CST)
$38.10
Held at Dick Young Forest Preserve in Batavia
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39W115 Main St, Batavia, 60510, IL, United States
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