Lester Fun Run 2024

  • Date Sun 28th September 2025
  • Location Downers Grove, Illinois
  • Price Free - $36.00
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for a day of fun and fitness at the Lester Fun Run 2024, taking place on Sunday, September 28, 2025, in beautiful Downers Grove, DuPage. This family-friendly event features two exciting race options: a 1-mile run/walk and a 5K race, making it perfect for participants of all ages and skill levels. The Fun Run is not just about running; itโ€™s a vibrant community gathering aimed at raising funds for the Lester PTA, with a goal of $25,000 to support programs and activities that benefit all Lester students.

Kick off the day with the 5K race at 8 AM, followed by the 1-mile event at 9 AM. Donโ€™t forget, if youโ€™re looking to challenge yourself with both races, youโ€™ll need to register separately for each! Join us for a memorable day filled with experiences, raffles, silent auctions, and more, all while supporting a great cause. Your participation makes a difference, so mark your calendars and get ready to have an amazing time at the Lester Fun Run!

Organiser's Description

Our family-friendly 1 mile run/walk and 5k race event is one of two flagship fundraising initiatives for the Lester PTA. Over 35% of our programming budget is generated by the Fun Run and all of its surrounding activities (Experiences, Raffles, Silent Auctions & More)!

The goal for this years Fun Run is to raise $25,000 which is reinvested into the PTA's programs and activities that benefit all Lester students!

_PLEASE NOTE: _

* If you want to run both the 1mile and the 5K, YOU MUST REGISTER FOR EACH RACE INDIVIDUALLY. You will receive a separate timing bib for each race. __
* New this year! We will do the 5K race at 8am before the 1 mile race at 9am

ANY FUN RUN QUESTIONS - PLEASE CONTACT THE EVENT CO-CHAIRS.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! SEE YOU ON SEPT. 29TH!

KATIE FRICK (630-291-7395) & JULIA MAZUREK (312-622-3034)

Races

  • 5k Adults

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sun 28th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $36.00

    OPENS SOON
  • 1 Mile

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sun 28th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $11.00

    OPENS SOON
  • 5K Youth

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sun 28th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $26.00

    OPENS SOON
  • 1 Mile LESTER STAFF ONLY

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sun 28th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $6.00

    OPENS SOON
  • 5k Lester Staff Only

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sun 28th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $21.00

    OPENS SOON
  • Purchase Tshirt Only ($11 Youth / $16+ Adult)

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Sun 28th September 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    Free

    OPENS SOON

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Location

236 Indianapolis St, Downers Grove, 60515, IL, United States

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