Run the Runway at Chicago Executive Airport
- Date Sat 28th June 2025
- Location Wheeling, Illinois
- Price $23.49 - $43.99
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a thrilling day of fun and fitness at the 10th Annual Run the Runway event at Chicago Executive Airport in Wheeling, Cook County! On Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 8:00 AM, participants can enjoy a USATF Certified 5K Run, a 1 Mile Walk, and an exciting Kids Dash, all taking place on the airport's main runway and taxiways. This unique event promises a festive atmosphere with podium awards, live music, delicious food, and exciting giveaways. Strollers and wagons are welcome, making it a perfect outing for families.
Participants who register before May 2, 2025, will secure a guaranteed shirt, so don’t wait! Whether you're racing for a personal best or just looking to enjoy a day out with the community, this event supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting local aviation scholarships. Join us for a memorable experience and celebrate the spirit of aviation in style!
Participants who register before May 2, 2025, will secure a guaranteed shirt, so don’t wait! Whether you're racing for a personal best or just looking to enjoy a day out with the community, this event supports a great cause, with proceeds benefiting local aviation scholarships. Join us for a memorable experience and celebrate the spirit of aviation in style!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US IN 2025 FOR OUR 10TH YEAR RUNNING!
RACE DATE: SATURDAY, JUNE 28, 2025 AT 8:00 AM
* Registration Opens: January 1, 2025
Join us for a 5K Run, 1 Mile Walk and Kids Dash on the main runway 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.
Strollers and wagons are welcome. No pets are allowed.
Giveaways:
*
> Participation and finisher medals will be awarded
*
> Participants who register prior to MAY 2, 2025 are guaranteed a shirt
*
> 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk registration shirts will be men's adult sizing
*
> Kids Dash shirts will be youth sizing
> _*No additional shirts will be ordered after May 2nd. Supplies are limited, register today to guarantee your shirt selection._
IN CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, A CANCELATION 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.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT.
RACE DATE: SATURDAY, JUNE 28, 2025 AT 8:00 AM
* Registration Opens: January 1, 2025
Join us for a 5K Run, 1 Mile Walk and Kids Dash on the main runway 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.
Strollers and wagons are welcome. No pets are allowed.
Giveaways:
*
> Participation and finisher medals will be awarded
*
> Participants who register prior to MAY 2, 2025 are guaranteed a shirt
*
> 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk registration shirts will be men's adult sizing
*
> Kids Dash shirts will be youth sizing
> _*No additional shirts will be ordered after May 2nd. Supplies are limited, register today to guarantee your shirt selection._
IN CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, A CANCELATION 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.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT.
Races
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5k Run
Incl. $3.99 Fee & Event Shirt
Sat 28th June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.99
OPENS SOONThe 5K course is USATF Certified and chip timed. -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.99 Fee & Event Shirt
Sat 28th June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.99
OPENS SOONThis is a 1 mile walk event for all ages and fitness levels. Strollers are welcomed. -
Kids Dash
Incl. $3.49 Fee & Kids Dash Event Shirt
Sat 28th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$23.49
OPENS SOONThis 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. Children aged 10 and up should register for the 1 mile walk or 5K run. -
Virtual
Incl. $3.99 Fee & Event Shirt
$43.99
OPENS SOON
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Run the Runway at Chicago Executive Airport