Skokie's Backlot Dash 5K and 1/2 Mile Youth Color Run
- Date Sat 23rd August 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Skokie, Illinois
- Price $23.00 - $43.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a fun-filled day at Skokie's Backlot Dash 5K and 1/2 Mile Youth Color Run on Saturday, August 23, 2025! This exciting event will take place in the heart of Downtown Skokie, around the vibrant grounds of Skokie's Backlot Bash. Runners of all ages can join in the festivities, with a thrilling 5K race kicking off at 8:30 a.m. and a special 1/2 mile fun run for kids starting at 8 a.m.
Participants will enjoy a USATF certified course with chip timing, and each runner will receive a custom T-shirt and a participation medal. Plus, adult participants can celebrate their accomplishments with a complimentary beer after the race! With multiple age categories for the 5K, there’s a competitive spirit for everyone. Don't miss this chance to be part of a lively community event that combines fitness, fun, and a great atmosphere in beautiful Skokie!
Participants will enjoy a USATF certified course with chip timing, and each runner will receive a custom T-shirt and a participation medal. Plus, adult participants can celebrate their accomplishments with a complimentary beer after the race! With multiple age categories for the 5K, there’s a competitive spirit for everyone. Don't miss this chance to be part of a lively community event that combines fitness, fun, and a great atmosphere in beautiful Skokie!
Organiser's Description
On Saturday, August 24. 2024, Skokie's Backlot Dash 5K and Kid's Run will be held in Downtown Skokie (in and around the grounds of Skokie's Backlot Bash) and will include a half-mile kids run.
PACKET PICK-UP:
* THURSDAY 8/22/24 9A-8:30P WEBER LEISURE CENTER 9300 WEBER PARK PLACE SKOKIE
* FRIDAY 8/23/24 9A-3P WEBER LEISURE CENTER 9300 WEBER PARK PLACE SKOKIE
* FRIDAY 8/23/24 5P-7P AT BACKLOT BASH (BY THE INTERSECTION OF FLORAL ST AND OAKTON ST.)
* RACE DAY 8/24/24 6:30A-7:45A 5215 OAKTON ST. SKOKIE (PICK-UP IS INSIDE THE BACKLOT BASH GROUNDS, AT THE BEER TENT ON OAKTON ST)
Race day registration:
6:30 am 7:45 a.m.
Kids 1/2 mile Fun Run
8 a.m.
5K race begins
8:30 a.m.
The awards ceremony will follow 5K.
5K COURSE WILL CLOSE PROMPTLY AT 9:30 AM AND PARTICIPANTS WILL BE ASKED TO MOVE TO THE SIDEWALK TO COMPLETE THE RACE.
* Participants will receive
the following:
5K Run
Chip timing
T-shirt
USATF certified course
* One Free Beer
Kid's Run
T-shirt
Participation medal
Age groups for races are as follows: Male and female 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 and over.
Presented by: Skokie Chamber of Commerce / Skokie Public Library / Village of Skokie / Skokie Park District
Niles Township High School District 219
PACKET PICK-UP:
* THURSDAY 8/22/24 9A-8:30P WEBER LEISURE CENTER 9300 WEBER PARK PLACE SKOKIE
* FRIDAY 8/23/24 9A-3P WEBER LEISURE CENTER 9300 WEBER PARK PLACE SKOKIE
* FRIDAY 8/23/24 5P-7P AT BACKLOT BASH (BY THE INTERSECTION OF FLORAL ST AND OAKTON ST.)
* RACE DAY 8/24/24 6:30A-7:45A 5215 OAKTON ST. SKOKIE (PICK-UP IS INSIDE THE BACKLOT BASH GROUNDS, AT THE BEER TENT ON OAKTON ST)
Race day registration:
6:30 am 7:45 a.m.
Kids 1/2 mile Fun Run
8 a.m.
5K race begins
8:30 a.m.
The awards ceremony will follow 5K.
5K COURSE WILL CLOSE PROMPTLY AT 9:30 AM AND PARTICIPANTS WILL BE ASKED TO MOVE TO THE SIDEWALK TO COMPLETE THE RACE.
* Participants will receive
the following:
5K Run
Chip timing
T-shirt
USATF certified course
* One Free Beer
Kid's Run
T-shirt
Participation medal
Age groups for races are as follows: Male and female 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 and over.
Presented by: Skokie Chamber of Commerce / Skokie Public Library / Village of Skokie / Skokie Park District
Niles Township High School District 219
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd August 2025 (8:30AM CDT)
$43.50
Race Day Registration will end promptly at 7:45 am. 5K course will close promptly at 10 am and any participants who have not finished will be asked to move to the sidewalk. -
Kids Half Mile Color Fun Run
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd August 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$23.00
A white logo t-shirt for the color run is included with registration. Race Day registration will end promptly at 7:45 am.
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