McKendree Homecoming & Family Weekend 5K Walk/Run & Kids' Dash
- Date Sat 25th October 2025
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Lebanon, Illinois
- Price $11.08 - $31.77
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the McKendree Homecoming & Family Weekend 5K Walk/Run and Kids' Dash, taking place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in beautiful Lebanon, St. Clair. Lace up your shoes and join us for an energetic 5K that winds through downtown Lebanon and the Main Campus, starting at 7 a.m. from the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts. Embrace the spirit of the event by dressing in flapper fashion if you dare!
Following the 5K, the excitement continues at approximately 8:15 a.m. with the Kids' Dash, a fun 150-meter race that promises smiles and memorable moments for our younger participants. Each child will receive a t-shirt and have the chance to create friendship bracelets after the race! Don't miss the early packet pickup from October 20th to 23rd, and be sure to register by October 8th to guarantee your t-shirt. With registration fees of just $35 for adults, $20 for McKendree students, and $15 for the Kids' Dash, this event is perfect for families and friends looking to celebrate together. Join us for a day filled
Following the 5K, the excitement continues at approximately 8:15 a.m. with the Kids' Dash, a fun 150-meter race that promises smiles and memorable moments for our younger participants. Each child will receive a t-shirt and have the chance to create friendship bracelets after the race! Don't miss the early packet pickup from October 20th to 23rd, and be sure to register by October 8th to guarantee your t-shirt. With registration fees of just $35 for adults, $20 for McKendree students, and $15 for the Kids' Dash, this event is perfect for families and friends looking to celebrate together. Join us for a day filled
Organiser's Description
Laceup your shoes and start the day with some upbeat energy as we dash around downtown Lebanon and Main Campus in true flapper fashion. Dress the part if you dare!
* 7 a.m. - 5K Walk/Run starting line will be located at the circle drive in front of the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts. Click here to view the full 5K Walk/Run Route
*8:15 a.m. (Approximately) - The Kids' Dash (150 meter) will take place at the conclusion of the 5K Walk/Run around the circle drive in front of the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts. Participants will receive a t-shirt and opportunity to make friendship bracelets at the conclusion!
Sign-up by October 8th to be guaranteed a t-shirt!
Early packet pickup will be October 20th - 23rd from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Alumni House (216 N. Alton St. Lebanon, IL).
Day of check-in for race and walk-up participants should go to purple tent outside the main entrance of Melvin Price Convocation Center. Parking will be in lot H for this event.
Adult 5K $35
McKendree Student Discount 5K $20
Kids Dash $15
Early Bird Discount $5 off.
* 7 a.m. - 5K Walk/Run starting line will be located at the circle drive in front of the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts. Click here to view the full 5K Walk/Run Route
*8:15 a.m. (Approximately) - The Kids' Dash (150 meter) will take place at the conclusion of the 5K Walk/Run around the circle drive in front of the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts. Participants will receive a t-shirt and opportunity to make friendship bracelets at the conclusion!
Sign-up by October 8th to be guaranteed a t-shirt!
Early packet pickup will be October 20th - 23rd from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Alumni House (216 N. Alton St. Lebanon, IL).
Day of check-in for race and walk-up participants should go to purple tent outside the main entrance of Melvin Price Convocation Center. Parking will be in lot H for this event.
Adult 5K $35
McKendree Student Discount 5K $20
Kids Dash $15
Early Bird Discount $5 off.
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McKendree Homecoming & Family Weekend 5K Walk/Run & Kids' Dash
