NAMI Sauk Area 5K
- Date Sat 11th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Sterling, Illinois
- Price $17.40 - $33.30
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting NAMI Sauk Area 5K on Saturday, July 11, 2026, in the beautiful setting of Sterling, Whiteside County! This vibrant event features both an in-person 5K race and virtual participation options, making it accessible for everyone. Whether you’re racing alongside fellow runners or taking part from the comfort of your own surroundings, your involvement helps raise awareness and support for families dealing with mental illness.
The in-person race kicks off at 8:00 a.m., with registration open from 7:00 to 7:45 a.m. at Hoover Park, where participants can also pick up their race swag and bibs. For those opting for the virtual experience, we encourage you to upload a photo of your run to our Facebook page to share your journey! Proceeds from this event directly support NAMI Sauk Area’s mission, including training programs and resources for families in need. Let's come together to make a difference, celebrate health, and foster community spirit! Don’t forget, no pets are allowed on the race course. We can't wait to see you there!
The in-person race kicks off at 8:00 a.m., with registration open from 7:00 to 7:45 a.m. at Hoover Park, where participants can also pick up their race swag and bibs. For those opting for the virtual experience, we encourage you to upload a photo of your run to our Facebook page to share your journey! Proceeds from this event directly support NAMI Sauk Area’s mission, including training programs and resources for families in need. Let's come together to make a difference, celebrate health, and foster community spirit! Don’t forget, no pets are allowed on the race course. We can't wait to see you there!
Organiser's Description
Full results from 2021 can be found at the link below
https://www.athlinks.com/event/321134/results/Event/977368/Course/2089938/Division/1749050/Results
We will be providing an in-person 5K along with virtual events for those who can not attend in person. We will follow CDC and Whiteside County Health Department recommendations for this event to keep everyone safe. Updates will be made on this page and on our facebook page (NAMI Sauk Area 5K) the week of the race. We are offering "in person" registration as well as "virtual". If you enter the in person 5K, we will require you to enter a time so that we can stage heats if needed to deal with number requirements for the event.
If you choose virtual, please take a picture of yourself and upload it to our facebook page (NAMI Sauk Area 5K). Virtual events will be awarded separately from in person events.
NAMI stands for National Alliance on Mental Illness. NAMI Sauk Area's goal is to use this fundraiser to assist our group in raising awareness of the support families need when dealing with a loved one or friend who is living with a mental illness. Money raised from this event will facilitate training for CIT officers, help pay for Family 2 Family manuals, training for instructors in NAMI based programs and instructional brochures. All fundraising from this event goes directly to services NAMI Sauk Area provides. Check out our facebook page: NAMI Sauk Area 5K
NO PETS on race course!
Pre-registered participants can pick up their swag and bib on Friday, July 9th at the first shelter in Sinnissippi Park in Sterling from 4-6 p.m. or Saturday a.m. at Hoover Park (red building behind Woodlawn Arts Academy) from 7-7:45 a.m. Race starts at 8:00 a.m.
Race day registrations are accepted from 7:00-7:45 a.m.
https://www.athlinks.com/event/321134/results/Event/977368/Course/2089938/Division/1749050/Results
We will be providing an in-person 5K along with virtual events for those who can not attend in person. We will follow CDC and Whiteside County Health Department recommendations for this event to keep everyone safe. Updates will be made on this page and on our facebook page (NAMI Sauk Area 5K) the week of the race. We are offering "in person" registration as well as "virtual". If you enter the in person 5K, we will require you to enter a time so that we can stage heats if needed to deal with number requirements for the event.
If you choose virtual, please take a picture of yourself and upload it to our facebook page (NAMI Sauk Area 5K). Virtual events will be awarded separately from in person events.
NAMI stands for National Alliance on Mental Illness. NAMI Sauk Area's goal is to use this fundraiser to assist our group in raising awareness of the support families need when dealing with a loved one or friend who is living with a mental illness. Money raised from this event will facilitate training for CIT officers, help pay for Family 2 Family manuals, training for instructors in NAMI based programs and instructional brochures. All fundraising from this event goes directly to services NAMI Sauk Area provides. Check out our facebook page: NAMI Sauk Area 5K
NO PETS on race course!
Pre-registered participants can pick up their swag and bib on Friday, July 9th at the first shelter in Sinnissippi Park in Sterling from 4-6 p.m. or Saturday a.m. at Hoover Park (red building behind Woodlawn Arts Academy) from 7-7:45 a.m. Race starts at 8:00 a.m.
Race day registrations are accepted from 7:00-7:45 a.m.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt or Performance Shirt
Sat 11th July 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$33.30
OPENS 01 FEBPost your results directly to your RunSignUp account. -
Virtual Run/Walk
Incl. $2.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$17.40
OPENS 01 FEBThis is designed at a reduced cost for students age 17 and younger. Post your results directly to your RunSignUp account.
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Location
Hoover Park, 3807 Woodlawn Road, Sterling, 61081, IL, United States
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