Miles for Smiles 5K
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location McHenry, Illinois
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the Miles for Smiles 5K, happening on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the beautiful city of McHenry! This exciting event is not just a race; it serves a dual purpose of funding NHS scholarships and supporting the K9s 4 U Dog Rescue. With the 5K race kicking off the festivities, participants can look forward to a thrilling run while making a positive impact in the community.
Join us for packet pickup on Friday, May 1st, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and on race day, Saturday, May 2nd, from 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m., at 1012 N. Green Street. Registration is available online and includes a shirt and packet while supplies last—so be sure to register early to secure your spot! Don't miss your chance to compete for awards in various age groups, with prizes for the top three males and females in categories ranging from 13 and under to 70+. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this uplifting community event that promises to bring smiles to faces and tails to wag!
Join us for packet pickup on Friday, May 1st, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and on race day, Saturday, May 2nd, from 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m., at 1012 N. Green Street. Registration is available online and includes a shirt and packet while supplies last—so be sure to register early to secure your spot! Don't miss your chance to compete for awards in various age groups, with prizes for the top three males and females in categories ranging from 13 and under to 70+. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this uplifting community event that promises to bring smiles to faces and tails to wag!
Organiser's Description
This event will be serving two purposes: fund the NHS scholarships and raise money for the K9s 4 U Dog Rescue. Each year, NHS hosts an event to pay for our scholarships. It has been a huge success over the years and we've made it an annual event.
Packet Pickup
Friday, May 1st, 4:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 2nd, 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. Both Dates at 1012 N. Green Street. McHenry.
REGISTRATION
Registration includes shirt and packet, _while supplies last. _All registration will be online only. Please complete your registration prior to coming on site for pickup. Please note, the price will increase to $40 on race day.
AWARDS
Top 3 Males and Top 3 Females in each age group: 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Packet Pickup
Friday, May 1st, 4:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 2nd, 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. Both Dates at 1012 N. Green Street. McHenry.
REGISTRATION
Registration includes shirt and packet, _while supplies last. _All registration will be online only. Please complete your registration prior to coming on site for pickup. Please note, the price will increase to $40 on race day.
AWARDS
Top 3 Males and Top 3 Females in each age group: 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
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1012 N Green St, McHenry, 60050, IL, United States
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