Hornet Hustle
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Harvard, Illinois
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Event summary
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the first annual Hornet Hustle on Saturday, April 11th, 2026, in the beautiful Lions Park of Harvard, McHenry! This exciting community event features a 5K Fun Run and a 1K Kids Run/Walk, inviting everyone from competitive runners to casual joggers and families to participate. The Hornet Hustle is not just about running; it’s a celebration of community spirit, as it kicks off the expansion of the walking path at Lions Park, enhancing the area for fitness, family time, and outdoor enjoyment.
Join us at Lions Park for the 1K Kids Run/Walk at 9:00 AM, followed by the anticipated 5K Fun Run/Walk at 9:30 AM. Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere filled with music, snacks, and community booths while supporting our local cross country programs. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit our student-athletes, helping to provide essential training equipment and cover travel costs. Let's come together as a community to support our runners and promote health and wellness in our lovely Lions Park!
Join us at Lions Park for the 1K Kids Run/Walk at 9:00 AM, followed by the anticipated 5K Fun Run/Walk at 9:30 AM. Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere filled with music, snacks, and community booths while supporting our local cross country programs. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit our student-athletes, helping to provide essential training equipment and cover travel costs. Let's come together as a community to support our runners and promote health and wellness in our lovely Lions Park!
Organiser's Description
EVENT DESCRIPTION:
The Harvard Cross Country Team is collaborating with the library and community to host the first annual Hornet Hustle. A Lions Park 5K Fun Run & Cross Country Fundraiser. A community event to support our local cross country programs and celebrate the exciting expansion of the walking path at Lions Park!
On April 11th, 2026, Lions Park and the Public Library are partnering to extend the current walking path, creating even more space for fitness, family time, and outdoor fun. The new section of the path is set to be completed in the Spring, and we will kick off the project during our 5K event with a special ceremony hosted in collaboration with the library.
This event will be for competitive runners, casual joggers, or those who want to walk for a cause. This event is for everyone!
OUR GOAL:
Proceeds will directly benefit our cross-country teams. Helping cover travel merchandise for our athletes, training equipment, and more.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
1K Kids Run/Walk through scenic Lions Park
5K Fun Run/Walk through scenic Lions Park
Ceremonial Kickoff of the walking path expansion project
Family-friendly atmosphere with music, snacks, and community booths
A great way to support student-athletes and our growing park system
We want to come together as a community to support our runners and celebrate new opportunities for health and wellness in Lions Park!
PACKET PICKUP:
8:00 am on race day
RACE TIMES:
1k Kids fun run/walk - 9:00 am
5k Fun run/walk- 9:30 am (Anticipated start)
The Harvard Cross Country Team is collaborating with the library and community to host the first annual Hornet Hustle. A Lions Park 5K Fun Run & Cross Country Fundraiser. A community event to support our local cross country programs and celebrate the exciting expansion of the walking path at Lions Park!
On April 11th, 2026, Lions Park and the Public Library are partnering to extend the current walking path, creating even more space for fitness, family time, and outdoor fun. The new section of the path is set to be completed in the Spring, and we will kick off the project during our 5K event with a special ceremony hosted in collaboration with the library.
This event will be for competitive runners, casual joggers, or those who want to walk for a cause. This event is for everyone!
OUR GOAL:
Proceeds will directly benefit our cross-country teams. Helping cover travel merchandise for our athletes, training equipment, and more.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
1K Kids Run/Walk through scenic Lions Park
5K Fun Run/Walk through scenic Lions Park
Ceremonial Kickoff of the walking path expansion project
Family-friendly atmosphere with music, snacks, and community booths
A great way to support student-athletes and our growing park system
We want to come together as a community to support our runners and celebrate new opportunities for health and wellness in Lions Park!
PACKET PICKUP:
8:00 am on race day
RACE TIMES:
1k Kids fun run/walk - 9:00 am
5k Fun run/walk- 9:30 am (Anticipated start)
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Lion's Park, Harvard, 60033, IL, United States
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