Race with your Heart

Saturday, June 10, 2023 Past event
8:45 AM CDT
Eureka, Illinois

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the "Race with your Heart" event on Saturday, June 10, 2023, in the picturesque town of Eureka, Woodford. This inspiring gathering offers participants the chance to engage in a leisurely 1.5-mile walk around the scenic Eureka Lake, as well as tackle the competitive 5K and 10K races that wind through beautiful woodlands and charming neighborhoods. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event caters to all levels of fitness with mostly flat courses, complemented by a few challenging hills that add to the adventure.

Registration is easy and affordable, with pre-registration available until May 10 for only $25, which guarantees an official race t-shirt. On race day, registration will remain open for $30. Not only can you compete for fantastic prizes, including a $50 gift certificate for overall male and female winners, but everyone also gets to enjoy a free pancake and sausage breakfast, along with a vibrant post-race celebration starting at 8:30 am. Join us for a day of community spirit, family-friendly fun, and a chance to support the Heartline and Heart House mission. Whether you're racing or cheering from the sidelines, this

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Organiser's description

Join us for a leisurely 1.5 mile walk on a flat surface around Eureka Lake or enter into one of our two challenging and competitive races. Both race courses are beautiful; going through the woodlands along Eureka Lake. The 10K also has a short loop in a nearby quiet neighborhood. Both 5K and 10K distance available. Course is mostly flat with a couple of significant hills one of which ascends Eureka Lake dam and near the finish line. There is an additional hill for the 10K runners ascending to the neighborhood.

Pre-register by May 10 for $25 and be guaranteed an official race t-shirt, or sign up until race time for $30. $50 gift certificate to male and female overall race winners plus medallions awarded to top three male and female finishers in every age grouping. We will have raffles, free pancake and sausage breakfast with fruit (breakfast is for EVERYONE in attendance) along with a family-friendly post-race celebration! So plan to participate or bring your cheering section as everyone goes home a winner because it supports the Heartline and Heart House mission.

Details:

Early packet pickup available Friday evening, June 9 from 6:00 -7:00 pm at the Heart House (300 Reagan Drive, Eureka)

Same Day Registration and Packet pickup beginning at 6:15 am Saturday, June 10 at the Lake Pavilion

5K & 10K begin promptly at 7:30 am

1.5 Mile walk begins at 7:45 am

After Party begins at approximately 8:30 with a FREE Pancake and Sausage breakfast. Everyone in attendance is welcome to the after party and breakfast.

Location

Eureka Lake, Eureka, 61530, IL, United States

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