JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sun 4th October 2026
- Time 8:30AM CDT
- Location Joliet, Illinois
- Price $20.00 - $40.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and community spirit at the JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in Joliet, Will! This exciting event invites runners and walkers of all ages to take part, whether in-person or virtually, on a flat, paved course that showcases the stunning Joliet Junior College campus. The day kicks off with the 1 Mile Kids Wiley Run at 8:30 a.m., followed by the main event, the 5K Run/Walk, starting at 9:00 a.m.
Participants can look forward to chip-timing for accurate results, and every 5K runner will receive a stylish short-sleeve t-shirt and a finisher's medal. Kids in the Wiley Run will also get a special stuffed animal and medal. With age group awards for the 5K and a Team Award for the group with the most participants, there's plenty of incentive to join in the fun. Don't miss out on this memorable day of health, fitness, and camaraderie—mark your calendars for October 4th!
Participants can look forward to chip-timing for accurate results, and every 5K runner will receive a stylish short-sleeve t-shirt and a finisher's medal. Kids in the Wiley Run will also get a special stuffed animal and medal. With age group awards for the 5K and a Team Award for the group with the most participants, there's plenty of incentive to join in the fun. Don't miss out on this memorable day of health, fitness, and camaraderie—mark your calendars for October 4th!
Organiser's Description
Join us for this year's JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, October 4! Runners/walkers can participate virtually or in-person on our flat, paved course that weaves through Joliet Junior College's beautiful, scenic campus.
RACE SCHEDULE
8:30 a.m. - 1 Mile Kids Wiley Run
9:00 a.m. - JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk
RACE DETAILS
* Chip-timing for in-person runners/walkers.
* Short-sleeve t-shirt and finisher's medal for all 5K participants.
* Stuffed animal and finisher's medal for all Kids Wiley Run participants.
* Age group awards for 5K.
* Team Award for group with most participants.
* Race details are subject to change. Please watch email for race updates.
* Virtual participant swag bags will be sent the week prior to the race.
RACE SCHEDULE
8:30 a.m. - 1 Mile Kids Wiley Run
9:00 a.m. - JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk
RACE DETAILS
* Chip-timing for in-person runners/walkers.
* Short-sleeve t-shirt and finisher's medal for all 5K participants.
* Stuffed animal and finisher's medal for all Kids Wiley Run participants.
* Age group awards for 5K.
* Team Award for group with most participants.
* Race details are subject to change. Please watch email for race updates.
* Virtual participant swag bags will be sent the week prior to the race.
Races
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JJC Foundation 5k Run/Walk - in Person
Incl. T-Shirt and Finisher Medal
Sun 4th October 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$40.00
Race day registration and packet pick-up begin at 7:30 am, 5k Walk/Run Kicks off at 9 a.m. -
JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk - Virtual
Incl. T-Shirt and Finisher Medal
$40.00
Swag bags will be shipped. Complete your virtual 5K any time on race day and submit your photos via email at jedavis@jjc.edu and post on social media with the hashtag #runwiththewolves -
1 Mile Wiley Run - in Person
Incl. Plush
Sun 4th October 2026 (8:30AM CDT)
$20.00
Race day registration and packet pick-up begin at 7:30 am, 1 Mile Wiley Run at 8:30 a.m. -
1 Mile Wiley Run - Virtual
Incl. Plush
$20.00
Swag bags will be shipped. Complete your 1 mile run/walk any time on race day and submit your photos via email at jedavis@jjc.edu and post on social media with the hashtag #runwiththewolves
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Joliet Junior College, 1215 Houbolt Rd, Joliet, 60431, IL, United States
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