Resolution Run 6K
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 11:00AM EST
- Location Olympia Fields, Illinois
- Price $27.75
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Kick off the New Year with a burst of energy at the 5th Annual Resolution Run 6K on Thursday, January 1st, 2026! Set in the beautiful Vollmer Road Trails in Olympia Fields, Illinois, this family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ages to join in the fun of running or walking 3.71 miles through scenic Cook County Forest Preserve. Starting at 11 am, this is the perfect opportunity to embrace your fitness goals for the year ahead.
Not only will you enjoy a well-marked and chip-timed course, but the first 100 registrants will also receive a custom beanie hat to commemorate your New Year's resolution! With awards for the top finishers and age group categories, along with unique prizes and race swag, there's something for everyone. So tie up your running shoes and prepare to make memories while celebrating the beginning of 2026 with a refreshing run in the great outdoors! Don't miss out on this exciting way to kickstart your year—see you at the finish line!
Not only will you enjoy a well-marked and chip-timed course, but the first 100 registrants will also receive a custom beanie hat to commemorate your New Year's resolution! With awards for the top finishers and age group categories, along with unique prizes and race swag, there's something for everyone. So tie up your running shoes and prepare to make memories while celebrating the beginning of 2026 with a refreshing run in the great outdoors! Don't miss out on this exciting way to kickstart your year—see you at the finish line!
Organiser's Description
NEW YEARS DAY RESOLUTION RUN
_THURSDAY, JANUARY 1ST, 2026_
_6K RUN (3.71 MILES)_
_VOLLMER ROAD TRAILS, OLYMPIA FIELDS, ILLINOIS_
The 5th Annual Resolution Run takes place around the 6k loop of the Cook County Forest Preserve Vollmer Grove Trail and is a fantastic way to say goodbye 2025 and welcome 2026 with new goals! This running event races through the trails on New Years Day, at a reasonable 11am. We welcome families and participants of all ages to come run or crawl their way to completing their first resolution! Bring warm layers of clothes, tie up your running shoes, and get ready to run into 2026!
What is included with your race entry:
A first-class running experience
Chip-timing for accurate results.
A totally set up and well-marked course.
One-of-a-kind Prizes and Race Swag
A free custom beanie hat to the first 100 registrants to commemorate your first fitness goal of the year!
START TIMES: 11 am
PACKET PICKUP: Will take place on race day at the start area.
COURSE TYPE: Paved Trail
STROLLER FRIENDLY? Yes
DOGS ALLOWED? Yes
TRANSPORTATION: Parking is available at the start area. There is an overflow lot available off Flossmoor Road, about 1 mile from the start. If you park at the Flossmoor Road Lot, make a left entering the trails. The Olympia Fields Metra station off the Metra Electric is approximately 2 Miles from the start area [https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Olympia+Fields+Metra+Station,+Cumberland+Trail,+Olympia+Fields,+IL+60461/Matteson,IL+Vollmer+Road+Grove,+Matteson,+IL/@41.5245956,-87.7138609,15z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x880e19dc43f0a14d:0x727c63b45e027a6!2m2!1d-87.6910459!2d41.5216216!1m5!1m1!1s0x880e1712833b41f3:0x8e7836997269bb19!2m2!1d-87.7191628!2d41.5285137!3e0].
AWARDS: We will award medals to the top three overall finishers and the top three in the following age groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-69, & 70 +. Awards will be presented at approximately 12:15 pm.
_Course time limit is 1:00 pm._
CLICK ON MORE DETAILS TO SEE COURSE MAP
More Details [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4755343837]
_THURSDAY, JANUARY 1ST, 2026_
_6K RUN (3.71 MILES)_
_VOLLMER ROAD TRAILS, OLYMPIA FIELDS, ILLINOIS_
The 5th Annual Resolution Run takes place around the 6k loop of the Cook County Forest Preserve Vollmer Grove Trail and is a fantastic way to say goodbye 2025 and welcome 2026 with new goals! This running event races through the trails on New Years Day, at a reasonable 11am. We welcome families and participants of all ages to come run or crawl their way to completing their first resolution! Bring warm layers of clothes, tie up your running shoes, and get ready to run into 2026!
What is included with your race entry:
A first-class running experience
Chip-timing for accurate results.
A totally set up and well-marked course.
One-of-a-kind Prizes and Race Swag
A free custom beanie hat to the first 100 registrants to commemorate your first fitness goal of the year!
START TIMES: 11 am
PACKET PICKUP: Will take place on race day at the start area.
COURSE TYPE: Paved Trail
STROLLER FRIENDLY? Yes
DOGS ALLOWED? Yes
TRANSPORTATION: Parking is available at the start area. There is an overflow lot available off Flossmoor Road, about 1 mile from the start. If you park at the Flossmoor Road Lot, make a left entering the trails. The Olympia Fields Metra station off the Metra Electric is approximately 2 Miles from the start area [https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Olympia+Fields+Metra+Station,+Cumberland+Trail,+Olympia+Fields,+IL+60461/Matteson,IL+Vollmer+Road+Grove,+Matteson,+IL/@41.5245956,-87.7138609,15z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x880e19dc43f0a14d:0x727c63b45e027a6!2m2!1d-87.6910459!2d41.5216216!1m5!1m1!1s0x880e1712833b41f3:0x8e7836997269bb19!2m2!1d-87.7191628!2d41.5285137!3e0].
AWARDS: We will award medals to the top three overall finishers and the top three in the following age groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-69, & 70 +. Awards will be presented at approximately 12:15 pm.
_Course time limit is 1:00 pm._
CLICK ON MORE DETAILS TO SEE COURSE MAP
More Details [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4755343837]
Races
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Resolution Run 6K
Incl. $2.75 Fee & Beanie Hat or Coffee Mug
Thu 1st January 2026 (11:00AM EST)
$27.75
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