Run the Runway at Chicago Executive Airport
From Run the Runway at Chicago Executive Airport 2025
- Date Sat 26th June 2027
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Wheeling, Illinois
- Price $23.25 - $44.75
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day at the "Run the Runway" event, hosted by Run the Runway at Chicago Executive Airport 2025! Join us on Saturday, June 26, 2027, at the beautiful Chicago Executive Airport in Wheeling, Cook County, Illinois, for an exciting morning filled with fun and fitness. Participants can choose from a thrilling 5K run, a 1-mile walk, or a delightful Kids Dash, all set on the airport's main runways and taxiways. The 5K course is USATF Certified and chip-timed to ensure accurate results, making it perfect for runners of all levels.
After you cross the finish line, stick around for podium awards, live music, delicious food, and fantastic giveaways, plus plenty of activities for the kids! Keep an eye out for surprise appearances by beloved princesses and characters throughout the morning. Strollers and wagons are welcome, but please note that pets are not permitted. This event is not only a chance to get active but also supports a fantastic cause, with proceeds benefiting local aviation scholarships. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to run where the planes take off!
After you cross the finish line, stick around for podium awards, live music, delicious food, and fantastic giveaways, plus plenty of activities for the kids! Keep an eye out for surprise appearances by beloved princesses and characters throughout the morning. Strollers and wagons are welcome, but please note that pets are not permitted. This event is not only a chance to get active but also supports a fantastic cause, with proceeds benefiting local aviation scholarships. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to run where the planes take off!
Organiser's Description
RACE DATE: SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026 AT 8:00 AM
Join us for a 5K Run, 1 Mile Walk and Kids Dash on the main runways and taxiways at Chicago Executive Airport in Wheeling, Illinois. The 5K course is USATF Certified, and chip timed. Hang out after your event for podium awards, music, food, giveaways and kids' activities. Plus keep an eye out for princess and character guest appearances through the morning!
Strollers and wagons are welcome. No pets are allowed.
IN CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, A CANCELLATION CALL WILL BE MADE BY 8:30AM ON EVENT DAY. THIS IS A FUNDRAISING EVENT WITH PROCEEDS BENEFITING LOCAL AVIATION SCHOLARSHIPS. AS A RESULT, NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED, AND THE EVENT WILL NOT BE RESCHEDULED.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Join us for a 5K Run, 1 Mile Walk and Kids Dash on the main runways and taxiways at Chicago Executive Airport in Wheeling, Illinois. The 5K course is USATF Certified, and chip timed. Hang out after your event for podium awards, music, food, giveaways and kids' activities. Plus keep an eye out for princess and character guest appearances through the morning!
Strollers and wagons are welcome. No pets are allowed.
IN CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, A CANCELLATION CALL WILL BE MADE BY 8:30AM ON EVENT DAY. THIS IS A FUNDRAISING EVENT WITH PROCEEDS BENEFITING LOCAL AVIATION SCHOLARSHIPS. AS A RESULT, NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED, AND THE EVENT WILL NOT BE RESCHEDULED.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Races
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5k Run
Incl. $4.55 Fee & Event Shirt
Sat 26th June 2027 (8:00AM CDT)
$39.55
OPENS 31 DECThe 5K course is USATF Certified and chip timed. This course is flat and a single loop with the same start/finish line. -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $4.55 Fee & Event Shirt
Sat 26th June 2027 (8:00AM CDT)
$39.55
OPENS 31 DECThis is a flat, 1 mile walk event for all ages and fitness levels. Strollers are welcome. -
Kids Dash
Incl. $3.25 Fee & Kids Dash Event Shirt
Sat 26th June 2027 (9:20AM CDT)
$23.25
OPENS 31 DECThis event is open to ages 2-9 years old. There will be two distances: a 100 yard dash (only for ages 5 and under) and a 1/4 mile route (open to ages 2-9). Children aged 10 and up should register for the 1 mile walk or 5K run. -
Virtual
Incl. $4.75 Fee & Event Shirt
$44.75
OPENS 31 DECCan't be with us on June 27th? No problem! Run or walk your event on race morning and submit your time on our results page. Don't forget to post a photo in your event gear on our social media page! Event packets will be mailed in mid-June to the name and address used during registration. A participation medal will be distributed in your event packet; however virtual participants will not qualify for top finisher pins.
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