St. Francis Xavier Falcon 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 25th October 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location La Grange Park, Illinois
- Price $27.50 - $160.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating St. Francis Xavier Falcon 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in the beautiful La Grange Park, Cook! This exciting event kicks off with race bib pick-up on Friday, October 24, where participants can grab their official race t-shirt, a cozy winter hat courtesy of Donahue Financial Group, and more goodies from our incredible sponsors.
Race day starts bright and early, with a schedule packed with fun for all ages! The Kids .5 Mile Fun Run for ages 10 and under begins at 8:00 AM, followed by the Junior Falcon Club 100-yard dash for the littlest runners. The main event, the 5K, kicks off at 8:30 AM, where strollers will line up behind the runners, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. After the race, join us for a lively post-race party in Joyce Hall, featuring delicious food and drinks donated by local businesses, including hot chocolate from Tate's! Celebrate your achievements with friends and family as we announce age-group awards and the "Best SFX Spirit" award. Don't miss out on this fantastic community event – mark your calendars and get ready for a
Race day starts bright and early, with a schedule packed with fun for all ages! The Kids .5 Mile Fun Run for ages 10 and under begins at 8:00 AM, followed by the Junior Falcon Club 100-yard dash for the littlest runners. The main event, the 5K, kicks off at 8:30 AM, where strollers will line up behind the runners, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. After the race, join us for a lively post-race party in Joyce Hall, featuring delicious food and drinks donated by local businesses, including hot chocolate from Tate's! Celebrate your achievements with friends and family as we announce age-group awards and the "Best SFX Spirit" award. Don't miss out on this fantastic community event – mark your calendars and get ready for a
Organiser's Description
RACE BIB PICK-UP
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24TH, FROM 2:30 - 6:30 PM AT ST. FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL (145 N. WAIOLA AVE., LA GRANGE) AT GOD'S GARAGE, accessible through the Waiola entrance of the school parking lot.
* Snag your official SFX Falcon 5k race t-shirt (_if you registered by Oct. 8), a_ free winter hat courtesy of Donahue Financial Group, and other giveaways from our amazing sponsors!
* Aim to pick up your packet on Friday so you can wear your shirt to the race and sleep later on Saturday!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25TH (RACE DAY!) FROM 7:00 - 8:00 AM AT ST. FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL (145 N. WAIOLA AVE., LA GRANGE) AT GOD'S GARAGE, accessible through the Waiola entrance of the school parking lot.
RACE DAY EVENTS
8:00 AM Kids .5 mile Fun Run (Ages 10 and under)
8:20 AM Junior Falcon Club 100-yard dash (1st grade and younger FREE EVENT)
8:30 AM 5k start; strollers to start behind all runners
8:30 - 10 AM Post-Race Party
9:30/45 AM - Age Group Awards (medals and prizes!)
All race distances start and finish on Richmond between Spring and Waiola. See further down for a detailed map of the various courses.
Parking is available on neighborhood streets on both sides of Ogden Ave.; no parking on the course or in the school lot.
THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY GEAR CHECK.
Indoor restrooms will be available at the school if needed.
POST RACE PARTY
We will have a post-race party in Joyce Hall. Come hang out after the race for food and drinks donated by local businesses. We'll have bagels, bananas, donuts, and water, and our favorite Maria from Tate's will serve delicious hot chocolate! We'll also have on-site support from some of our outstanding sponsors!
Around 9:30/45 am, we will announce our age-group, stroller division, and the "Best SFX Spirit" award, so make sure you are placed in the race to claim your bling!
RACE RESULTS
Results for the 5K will be posted on the Chicago Athlete website.
Course Records: Delaney Burns 20:24 (Female 2018) and Nicholas Strayer 18:15 (Male 2019).
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24TH, FROM 2:30 - 6:30 PM AT ST. FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL (145 N. WAIOLA AVE., LA GRANGE) AT GOD'S GARAGE, accessible through the Waiola entrance of the school parking lot.
* Snag your official SFX Falcon 5k race t-shirt (_if you registered by Oct. 8), a_ free winter hat courtesy of Donahue Financial Group, and other giveaways from our amazing sponsors!
* Aim to pick up your packet on Friday so you can wear your shirt to the race and sleep later on Saturday!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25TH (RACE DAY!) FROM 7:00 - 8:00 AM AT ST. FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL (145 N. WAIOLA AVE., LA GRANGE) AT GOD'S GARAGE, accessible through the Waiola entrance of the school parking lot.
RACE DAY EVENTS
8:00 AM Kids .5 mile Fun Run (Ages 10 and under)
8:20 AM Junior Falcon Club 100-yard dash (1st grade and younger FREE EVENT)
8:30 AM 5k start; strollers to start behind all runners
8:30 - 10 AM Post-Race Party
9:30/45 AM - Age Group Awards (medals and prizes!)
All race distances start and finish on Richmond between Spring and Waiola. See further down for a detailed map of the various courses.
Parking is available on neighborhood streets on both sides of Ogden Ave.; no parking on the course or in the school lot.
THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY GEAR CHECK.
Indoor restrooms will be available at the school if needed.
POST RACE PARTY
We will have a post-race party in Joyce Hall. Come hang out after the race for food and drinks donated by local businesses. We'll have bagels, bananas, donuts, and water, and our favorite Maria from Tate's will serve delicious hot chocolate! We'll also have on-site support from some of our outstanding sponsors!
Around 9:30/45 am, we will announce our age-group, stroller division, and the "Best SFX Spirit" award, so make sure you are placed in the race to claim your bling!
RACE RESULTS
Results for the 5K will be posted on the Chicago Athlete website.
Course Records: Delaney Burns 20:24 (Female 2018) and Nicholas Strayer 18:15 (Male 2019).
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Race T-Shirt
Sat 25th October 2025 (8:30AM CDT)
$48.70
OPENS 29 AUG -
Kids .5 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 25th October 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$27.50
OPENS 29 AUG -
Stroller
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Short Sleeve Race T-Shirt
Sat 25th October 2025 (8:30AM CDT)
$48.70
OPENS 29 AUG -
On Course Marker "Shout-Out!"
Incl. $10.00 Fee
Sat 25th October 2025 (8:30AM CDT)
$160.00
OPENS 24 SEPRecognition on signage on display along the 5K race route
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