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

Event summary

Join the excitement at Skokie's Backlot Dash 5K and 1/2 Mile Youth Color Run on Saturday, August 23, 2025, in the vibrant Downtown Skokie! This fun-filled event, set amidst the lively atmosphere of Skokie's Backlot Bash, features a thrilling 5K race kicking off at 8:30 a.m. and a spirited 1/2 mile kids' run starting at 8 a.m. Participants can look forward to a professionally timed race on a USATF certified course, complete with a stylish race t-shirt and a participation medal for the young runners.

Race day promises a festive spirit, with activities and camaraderie for all ages. Be sure to arrive early for packet pick-up starting at 6:30 a.m. to ensure you're ready to dash through the streets of Skokie. After the race, celebrate your achievements at the awards ceremony and enjoy the festivities that make this community event truly special. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Backlot Dash is the perfect way to enjoy a summer day in Skokie!

Organiser's Description

WE ARE NO LONGER TAKING REGISTRATIONS FOR THE KIDS 1/2 MILE COLOR RUN, THE RACE IS FULL. THANK YOU.

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 8/21/24 9A-8:30P WEBER LEISURE CENTER 9300 WEBER PARK PLACE SKOKIE
* FRIDAY 8/22/24 9A-3P WEBER LEISURE CENTER 9300 WEBER PARK PLACE SKOKIE
* FRIDAY 8/22/24 5P-7P AT BACKLOT BASH (BY THE INTERSECTION OF FLORAL ST AND OAKTON ST.)
* RACE DAY 8/23/24 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

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 23rd August 2025 (8:30AM CDT)

    $43.50

    CLOSED
    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 (Registration Closed No Addtional Registrations Will Be Taken Either Online or in Person)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 23rd August 2025 (8:00AM CDT)

    $23.00

    CLOSED
    A white logo t-shirt for the color run is included with registration. Race Day registration will end promptly at 7:45 am.

Reviews

Done this event?

First-hand event reviews from people who have been there, done that and got the breathable T-shirt, really help everyone choose their next event.

Add a review

Location

5215 Oakton St, Skokie, 60077, IL, United States

Who's In

See who else did this event

Be the first

No-one has marked this event as 'Done'. Will you be the first?

More from findarace.com

You might like