Our Fallen Hero 5K In Memory Of PFC Aaron Toppen
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Mokena, Illinois
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Join us for the 12th Annual Our Fallen Hero 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 20, 2025, in Mokena, Illinois, as we honor the sacrifice of PFC Aaron Toppen and all those who have bravely served our communities and country. This exciting event features a USATF certified 5K course that will take you through the picturesque streets of Mokena, including the notable PFC Memorial Drive.
Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere complete with a warm-up session led by Spenga and energizing music from a live DJ. All pre-registered runners will receive a custom-designed wicking T-shirt and a bag filled with goodies from local sponsors. After the race, join us for an awards ceremony celebrating our top finishers and enjoy refreshments provided by Berkots, featuring delicious fruits and local treats. Don’t miss out on the chance to win prizes in our raffles! Proceeds from the event will support the USO of Illinois, funding essential programs for our service members and their families. Plus, families with children can take advantage of a special giveaway, and military members can utilize a discount at registration. Let's come together for a fantastic day of community, fitness, and remembrance
Participants can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere complete with a warm-up session led by Spenga and energizing music from a live DJ. All pre-registered runners will receive a custom-designed wicking T-shirt and a bag filled with goodies from local sponsors. After the race, join us for an awards ceremony celebrating our top finishers and enjoy refreshments provided by Berkots, featuring delicious fruits and local treats. Don’t miss out on the chance to win prizes in our raffles! Proceeds from the event will support the USO of Illinois, funding essential programs for our service members and their families. Plus, families with children can take advantage of a special giveaway, and military members can utilize a discount at registration. Let's come together for a fantastic day of community, fitness, and remembrance
Organiser's Description
Join us for our 12th Annual Our Fallen Hero 5K Run/Walk, and help us to honor the sacrifice made by PFC Aaron Toppen, and others who have selflessly served their communities and country. Come out to enjoy a 5k (3.1miles)* on a USATF certified course that weaves you through the streets of Mokena, Illinois, including Townline Road, also named PFC Memorial Drive.
All pre-registered participants will receive a custom-designed wicking T-Shirt, a bag filled with goodies from our sponsors and partners. On the day of event, we'll warm-up with Spenga and a live DJ. Afterwords we'll celebrate the winners with an awards ceremony and refreshments from Berkots including bananas, oranges, apples and other local vendors like Emerald Cup Coffee. Oh and don't forget check our raffles(tickets available for purchase onsite)!
With your support, we're proud to again sponsor the USO of Illinois again this year, where our proceeds will fund year-round programs and service that enhances the quality of the lives of our service members and their families-such as the reading program, canine program, care packages, USO gaming facilities, and USO Centers at Midway Airport, Great Lake Naval Station, O'Hare/Terminals 2&3 and Rock Island Arsenal.
Giveaways-
First 150 child register will receive a free individual pizza coupon from Lou Malnati's
Each month leading up to the event date, between June-September 2025, registrants will be entered into a live raffle for a chance to win one $50 gift card.
Military Discount-We are excited to offer New Discount for Active Military members and Veterans. Use Code "Military2025" at registration to apply the savings!
All pre-registered participants will receive a custom-designed wicking T-Shirt, a bag filled with goodies from our sponsors and partners. On the day of event, we'll warm-up with Spenga and a live DJ. Afterwords we'll celebrate the winners with an awards ceremony and refreshments from Berkots including bananas, oranges, apples and other local vendors like Emerald Cup Coffee. Oh and don't forget check our raffles(tickets available for purchase onsite)!
With your support, we're proud to again sponsor the USO of Illinois again this year, where our proceeds will fund year-round programs and service that enhances the quality of the lives of our service members and their families-such as the reading program, canine program, care packages, USO gaming facilities, and USO Centers at Midway Airport, Great Lake Naval Station, O'Hare/Terminals 2&3 and Rock Island Arsenal.
Giveaways-
First 150 child register will receive a free individual pizza coupon from Lou Malnati's
Each month leading up to the event date, between June-September 2025, registrants will be entered into a live raffle for a chance to win one $50 gift card.
Military Discount-We are excited to offer New Discount for Active Military members and Veterans. Use Code "Military2025" at registration to apply the savings!
Races
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Our Fallen Hero 5k in Memory of PFC Aaron Toppen
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
Our Fallen Hero 5K In Memory Of PFC Aaron Toppen