Run for the STARS 2026
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Wheaton, Illinois
- Price $13.72 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting and inspiring Run for the STARS event on Saturday, September 19, 2026, in Wheaton, DuPage! For over two decades, this cherished event has united the community to celebrate and support individuals with disabilities and their families. Participants can choose to run or walk along a beautiful new course lined with trees as they cheer on the "STARS," who embody the spirit of "Seeking To Always Reflect the Savior." Every registration, walk, or donation directly contributes to funding scholarships for STARS to attend retreats and summer camps, as well as providing essential job coaching through STARS Family Services.
Mark your calendars for this heartwarming occasion starting at 8 a.m. and get ready to make a difference! Don’t forget to pick up your race packet on Thursday, September 17, or Friday, September 18, from 3-8 p.m. at 332 E Seminary Ave, Wheaton. Whether you're participating, volunteering, or cheering from the sidelines, your involvement makes this event more than just a race—it's a celebration of community and support. Let’s come together to empower the STARS!
Mark your calendars for this heartwarming occasion starting at 8 a.m. and get ready to make a difference! Don’t forget to pick up your race packet on Thursday, September 17, or Friday, September 18, from 3-8 p.m. at 332 E Seminary Ave, Wheaton. Whether you're participating, volunteering, or cheering from the sidelines, your involvement makes this event more than just a race—it's a celebration of community and support. Let’s come together to empower the STARS!
Organiser's Description
For 23 years, Run for the STARS has had one simple goal: bringing people together to celebrate and support those with disabilities and their families. Here at College Church, we call those who participate in our disability ministry "STARS," which stands for "Seeking To Always Reflect the Savior." Whether you register to run, walk, or simply make a donation, 100% of the proceeds go to supporting the STARS community. Your participation helps fund scholarships for STARS to attend retreats or summer camps (individually and/or with their families), and also provides a grant to STARS Family Services (a separate 401(c)3), providing job coaching for STARS. Come be part of "More Than a Race" on Saturday, September 19 at 8 a.m. as we run, walk and cheer on the STARS on an all-new course route through the tree-lined streets of Wheaton.
PACKET PICK-UP: Thursday, September 17 and Friday, September 18 from 3-8 p.m. at 332 E Seminary Ave, Wheaton.
VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP: Volunteer registration is now closed.
INCLEMENT WEATHER PROCEDURES: In the event of rain, the race will proceed as scheduled. In the event of lightning, a decision regarding delayed start or cancellation will be made the morning of the race.
PACKET PICK-UP: Thursday, September 17 and Friday, September 18 from 3-8 p.m. at 332 E Seminary Ave, Wheaton.
VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP: Volunteer registration is now closed.
INCLEMENT WEATHER PROCEDURES: In the event of rain, the race will proceed as scheduled. In the event of lightning, a decision regarding delayed start or cancellation will be made the morning of the race.
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
CLOSED -
Kids Dash 7 Years Old and Under
Incl. $1.72 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$13.72
CLOSED -
STARS Dash
Incl. $1.72 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$13.72
CLOSED
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