PSRR Free 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 1st August 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Shorewood, Illinois
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the PSRR Free 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, August 1st, 2026, in Shorewood, Illinois! This exciting event takes place at the scenic Hammel Woods Forest Preserve, where participants will enjoy a professionally timed 5K course winding through beautiful natural surroundings. The race kicks off at 8:00 AM, starting near the park's hidden shelter, so be sure to arrive early and use the entrance off Route 59/Brook Forest Road for convenient access.
This family-friendly event encourages strollers and leashed pets, making it a great outing for everyone. Enjoy mile markers and a staffed water table along the route to keep you energized. After the race, participants can look forward to refreshments, including water and sports drinks, while the results will be posted online for all to see. In addition to a great morning of exercise, this year’s event supports the Rockdale School in Rockdale, IL, so don’t forget to bring new school supplies for donation. Join in the fun, support a good cause, and experience the joy of community at the PSRR Free 5K Run/Walk!
This family-friendly event encourages strollers and leashed pets, making it a great outing for everyone. Enjoy mile markers and a staffed water table along the route to keep you energized. After the race, participants can look forward to refreshments, including water and sports drinks, while the results will be posted online for all to see. In addition to a great morning of exercise, this year’s event supports the Rockdale School in Rockdale, IL, so don’t forget to bring new school supplies for donation. Join in the fun, support a good cause, and experience the joy of community at the PSRR Free 5K Run/Walk!
Organiser's Description
A fun and friendly morning FREE 5K on a course winding through the Hammel Woods Forest Preserve in Shorewood. This race will be professionally timed and the results will be posted online.
The race will start at 8:00 AM. The race will start near the hidden shelter of the park. Please use the entrance on Route 59/Brook Forest Road. Course marshals will be placed to guide participants and conduct Strollers and leashed pets are welcome. No rollerblades or skateboards please. There will be mile markers and one staffed water table on the course.
DIRECTIONS/PARKING: There are two entrances to Hammel Woods. Please enter using the entrance on Route 59 (554 Brook Forest Road). Since there is limited parking in this lot, we encourage car-pooling. Once this lot fills up, additional parking is available at one of the other parking areas in the preserve.
Water and sports drinks will be provided after the race. You may bring your own beverages to share with your family, friends, and fellow participants.
Race results will be posted online in overall and age group formats.
Every year the Free 5k benefits a different local school. This years beneficiary is Rockdale School in Rockdale, IL. You are encouraged to bring new school supplies for donation, and all money raised will go to the Rockdale Rams sports programs.
Please bring cash if you would like to purchase tickets for our raffle items or to make a donation towards our sponsored school.
The race will start at 8:00 AM. The race will start near the hidden shelter of the park. Please use the entrance on Route 59/Brook Forest Road. Course marshals will be placed to guide participants and conduct Strollers and leashed pets are welcome. No rollerblades or skateboards please. There will be mile markers and one staffed water table on the course.
DIRECTIONS/PARKING: There are two entrances to Hammel Woods. Please enter using the entrance on Route 59 (554 Brook Forest Road). Since there is limited parking in this lot, we encourage car-pooling. Once this lot fills up, additional parking is available at one of the other parking areas in the preserve.
Water and sports drinks will be provided after the race. You may bring your own beverages to share with your family, friends, and fellow participants.
Race results will be posted online in overall and age group formats.
Every year the Free 5k benefits a different local school. This years beneficiary is Rockdale School in Rockdale, IL. You are encouraged to bring new school supplies for donation, and all money raised will go to the Rockdale Rams sports programs.
Please bring cash if you would like to purchase tickets for our raffle items or to make a donation towards our sponsored school.
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PSRR Free 5K Run/Walk
Sat 1st August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
Free
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Hammel Woods - Rt 59 Access, 554 Brook Forest Ave, Shorewood, 60404, IL, United States
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