Parkie’s 5K
- Date Sat 22nd August 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Bolingbrook, Illinois
- Price $27.50 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the Parkie’s 5K on Saturday, August 22, 2026, held in the beautiful Bolingbrook, Illinois! This beloved community event promises a flat and fast course, perfect for runners, walkers, and families looking to enjoy a day outdoors together. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, you can join in the excitement and make memorable moments by walking or pushing a stroller along the scenic route.
Pre-registration is open until August 1st to guarantee your t-shirt in the correct size, and participants will also receive a unique finisher's gift. Plus, awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three in various age categories. Don't miss out on the fun; same-day registration starts at 6:30 am, and race packets can be picked up on the 22nd from 3:00-7:00 pm at the Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Complex. Whether you’re competing in the 5K or enjoying the untimed 1-Mile Family Fun Walk, this event is sure to bring the community together for a day of health, happiness, and celebration!
Pre-registration is open until August 1st to guarantee your t-shirt in the correct size, and participants will also receive a unique finisher's gift. Plus, awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three in various age categories. Don't miss out on the fun; same-day registration starts at 6:30 am, and race packets can be picked up on the 22nd from 3:00-7:00 pm at the Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Complex. Whether you’re competing in the 5K or enjoying the untimed 1-Mile Family Fun Walk, this event is sure to bring the community together for a day of health, happiness, and celebration!
Organiser's Description
Bolingbrook Park District's Parkie's 5K is back! We've got the flat, fast course, and community feel that you've loved for the past several years!!!. Were very happy continue to offer Bolingbrook's favorite 5K!!!
Run, Walk or push a stroller to make it a family event. participants fully registered by August 1st are guaranteed to receive t shirts in their size, those registered after August 1st are not guaranteed a shirt or correct shirt size. Each participant earns a finishers gift. See below for additional awards and recognition. Same day registration will be available on race day starting at 6:30 am. Pre-registration racers will be able to pick up race packets on August 22, between 3:00-7:00pm at the Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Lane) in our Multipurpose Room.
* DATE: SATURDAY AUGUST 23, 2025
* TIME: 8:00AM-10:00AM
* LOCATION: BOLINGBROOK RECREATION AND AQUATIC COMPLEX (200 S. LINDSEY LANE)
* REGISTRATION FEE:
* $30 ADULTS (15 YRS +), $27 CHILD (6-14 YRS), IF REGISTERED BY JULY 31, 2025 AT 11:50 PM
* $35 ADULTS (15 YRS +), $32 CHILD (6-14 YRS), IF REGISTERED BY AUGUST 1-AUGUST 21, 2025, AT 9:00 AM
* $40 ADULTS (15 YRS +), $38 CHILD (6-16 YRS), IF REGISTERED ON RACE DAY
* $25 1-MILE WALK
* ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A COMMEMORATIVE MEDALS - 5K ONLY
* AWARD MEDALS WILL BE PRESENTED TO:
* TOP OVERALL MALE & FEMALE FINISHER
* TOP 3 MALES & FEMALES IN EACH CATEGORY: 10 AND UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
* 5K ONLY
* THOSE REGISTERED BY AUGUST 1ST WILL BE GUARANTEED TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT.
PARKIES 1-MILE FAMILY FUN WALK
Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex
Ages 4 years & up
Walk or push a stroller through the neighborhood for this fun, untimed 1-Mile Family Fun Walk.
Stroller riders are free, but will not receive a race shirt or finishers medal. Registered runners
must be at least 5 years old.
Each participant will receive a t-shirt in their size.
Run, Walk or push a stroller to make it a family event. participants fully registered by August 1st are guaranteed to receive t shirts in their size, those registered after August 1st are not guaranteed a shirt or correct shirt size. Each participant earns a finishers gift. See below for additional awards and recognition. Same day registration will be available on race day starting at 6:30 am. Pre-registration racers will be able to pick up race packets on August 22, between 3:00-7:00pm at the Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Lane) in our Multipurpose Room.
* DATE: SATURDAY AUGUST 23, 2025
* TIME: 8:00AM-10:00AM
* LOCATION: BOLINGBROOK RECREATION AND AQUATIC COMPLEX (200 S. LINDSEY LANE)
* REGISTRATION FEE:
* $30 ADULTS (15 YRS +), $27 CHILD (6-14 YRS), IF REGISTERED BY JULY 31, 2025 AT 11:50 PM
* $35 ADULTS (15 YRS +), $32 CHILD (6-14 YRS), IF REGISTERED BY AUGUST 1-AUGUST 21, 2025, AT 9:00 AM
* $40 ADULTS (15 YRS +), $38 CHILD (6-16 YRS), IF REGISTERED ON RACE DAY
* $25 1-MILE WALK
* ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A COMMEMORATIVE MEDALS - 5K ONLY
* AWARD MEDALS WILL BE PRESENTED TO:
* TOP OVERALL MALE & FEMALE FINISHER
* TOP 3 MALES & FEMALES IN EACH CATEGORY: 10 AND UNDER, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
* 5K ONLY
* THOSE REGISTERED BY AUGUST 1ST WILL BE GUARANTEED TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT.
PARKIES 1-MILE FAMILY FUN WALK
Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex
Ages 4 years & up
Walk or push a stroller through the neighborhood for this fun, untimed 1-Mile Family Fun Walk.
Stroller riders are free, but will not receive a race shirt or finishers medal. Registered runners
must be at least 5 years old.
Each participant will receive a t-shirt in their size.
Races
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Parkie's 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
OPENS 28 FEB 26We are excited to have your back this year at Parkies 5K. You can run, walk, roll, crawl, or hop a 5K to celebrate the return of live road races! Parkies Packet Pick up and welcome letter will be ready for pick-up at the Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Complex, 200 Lindsey Lane on August 22, from 3:00-7:00pm -
Parkie's 1-Mile Fun & Family Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
OPENS 28 FEB 26
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