Governors State University Jaguar 5K
- Date Sun 26th October 2025
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location University Park, Illinois
- Price $38.35
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the Governors State University Jaguar 5K on Sunday, October 26th, 2025! Taking place in the beautiful University Park, IL, this chip-timed race invites participants of all ages to lace up their running shoes and hit the scenic campus trails. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely walk, this event offers something for everyone while supporting scholarships and community initiatives.
Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, delicious food from local food trucks like Joey's, Willie P's BBQ, and King of Falafel, and a variety of fun activities for kids, including a FREE Kids Dash! Don’t miss the energizing warm-up session led by GovState's Physical Therapy team before the official race kickoff at 10:00 AM. With awards for top finishers, a raffle prize drawing, and a chance to win prizes for fundraising efforts, the Jaguar 5K promises to be an unforgettable experience for all. Join us for a day of health, community spirit, and celebration!
Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, delicious food from local food trucks like Joey's, Willie P's BBQ, and King of Falafel, and a variety of fun activities for kids, including a FREE Kids Dash! Don’t miss the energizing warm-up session led by GovState's Physical Therapy team before the official race kickoff at 10:00 AM. With awards for top finishers, a raffle prize drawing, and a chance to win prizes for fundraising efforts, the Jaguar 5K promises to be an unforgettable experience for all. Join us for a day of health, community spirit, and celebration!
Organiser's Description
Join _GOVSTATE'S ANNUAL JAGUAR 5K!_
Lace up and get ready for an unforgettable, chip-timed adventure through the scenic campus of Governors State University! Whether youre running or walking, this is your chance to join friends and family to race and raise funds for scholarships and more.
WHAT'S IN STORE?
_RACE DAY T-SHIRT:_ All participants will receive a snack, water and custom t-shirt. Register early to secure your size.
_ CHIP-TIMED RACE:_ Runners will get race time results.
_ AWARDS & CEREMONY _for top finishers!
_WARM-UP__:_ Join the energizing race warm-up led by GovState's Physical Therapy team!
_ FOOD:__ Visit our favorite area food trucks: JOEY'S, WILLIE P'S BBQ AND KING OF FALAFEL AND MORE_!
_RACE FUN FOR ALL: _FREE Kids Dash and other fun activities provided by _LUPUS SOCIETY OF ILLINOIS_ [https://www.lupusil.org/].
_ MUSIC ALL DAY AND FREE YOGA AT THE BELL TOWER._
***BUILD YOUR FUNRAISING TEAMSPRIZES WILL BE AWARDED TO OUR BIGGEST FUNDRAISERS!
DATE: OCTOBER 26TH, 2025
WHERE: GOVERNORS STATE UNIVERSITY, 1 UNIVERSITY PARKWAY, UNIVERSITY PARK, IL
WHAT'S HAPPENING
PICK UP FUN SWAG, ENJOY THE MUSIC, VISIT OUR EVENT SPONSORS, CLUB TABLES, KIDS EVENTS, AND ENJOY TASTY TREATS.
9:00AM CHECK IN AND ON SITE REGISTRATION
9:45AM WARM UP & STRETCH WITH THE PHYSICAL THERAPY TEAM
10:00AM OFFICIAL START
11:00AM KIDS DASH
11:10AM RAFFLE PRIZE DRAWING (MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN)
11:15AM AGE GROUP AWARD CEREMONY
COURSE MAP [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5246953192/]
_BECOME A SPONSOR_, contact Veronica Blair at [email protected]
Lace up and get ready for an unforgettable, chip-timed adventure through the scenic campus of Governors State University! Whether youre running or walking, this is your chance to join friends and family to race and raise funds for scholarships and more.
WHAT'S IN STORE?
_RACE DAY T-SHIRT:_ All participants will receive a snack, water and custom t-shirt. Register early to secure your size.
_ CHIP-TIMED RACE:_ Runners will get race time results.
_ AWARDS & CEREMONY _for top finishers!
_WARM-UP__:_ Join the energizing race warm-up led by GovState's Physical Therapy team!
_ FOOD:__ Visit our favorite area food trucks: JOEY'S, WILLIE P'S BBQ AND KING OF FALAFEL AND MORE_!
_RACE FUN FOR ALL: _FREE Kids Dash and other fun activities provided by _LUPUS SOCIETY OF ILLINOIS_ [https://www.lupusil.org/].
_ MUSIC ALL DAY AND FREE YOGA AT THE BELL TOWER._
***BUILD YOUR FUNRAISING TEAMSPRIZES WILL BE AWARDED TO OUR BIGGEST FUNDRAISERS!
DATE: OCTOBER 26TH, 2025
WHERE: GOVERNORS STATE UNIVERSITY, 1 UNIVERSITY PARKWAY, UNIVERSITY PARK, IL
WHAT'S HAPPENING
PICK UP FUN SWAG, ENJOY THE MUSIC, VISIT OUR EVENT SPONSORS, CLUB TABLES, KIDS EVENTS, AND ENJOY TASTY TREATS.
9:00AM CHECK IN AND ON SITE REGISTRATION
9:45AM WARM UP & STRETCH WITH THE PHYSICAL THERAPY TEAM
10:00AM OFFICIAL START
11:00AM KIDS DASH
11:10AM RAFFLE PRIZE DRAWING (MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN)
11:15AM AGE GROUP AWARD CEREMONY
COURSE MAP [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5246953192/]
_BECOME A SPONSOR_, contact Veronica Blair at [email protected]
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