St. Francis Xavier Falcon 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 2nd November 2024
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location La Grange Park, Illinois
- Price $27.50 - $160.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the St. Francis Xavier Falcon 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at La Grange Park in Cook! This exciting event offers a vibrant and family-friendly atmosphere, perfect for runners and walkers of all ages. Kick off the fun with a Kids .5 Mile Fun Run for ages 10 and under, followed by the Junior Falcon Club 100-yard dash for our youngest participants. The main event, the 5K run, starts at 8:30 AM, with strollers starting behind all runners to keep things safe and enjoyable for everyone.
Before the race, don't miss the race bib pick-up on Friday, November 1, from 2:30 to 6:30 PM at St. Francis Xavier School. Participants who registered by October 15 will receive an official race t-shirt, a cozy winter hat courtesy of Donahue Financial Group, and other exciting giveaways from local sponsors! After you cross the finish line, celebrate your accomplishment at the post-race party featuring delicious food and drinks donated by local businesses, including hot chocolate from Tate's. With awards for various categories and a fantastic community spirit, the St. Francis Xavier Falcon 5K promises a memorable day
Before the race, don't miss the race bib pick-up on Friday, November 1, from 2:30 to 6:30 PM at St. Francis Xavier School. Participants who registered by October 15 will receive an official race t-shirt, a cozy winter hat courtesy of Donahue Financial Group, and other exciting giveaways from local sponsors! After you cross the finish line, celebrate your accomplishment at the post-race party featuring delicious food and drinks donated by local businesses, including hot chocolate from Tate's. With awards for various categories and a fantastic community spirit, the St. Francis Xavier Falcon 5K promises a memorable day
Organiser's Description
RACE BIB PICK-UP
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, FROM 2:30 - 6:30 PM AT ST. FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL (145 N. WAIL 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. 15), 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, NOVEMBER 2 (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 the school parking lot (weather contingent; otherwise, in the gym). 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" costume awards, 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, NOVEMBER 1, FROM 2:30 - 6:30 PM AT ST. FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL (145 N. WAIL 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. 15), 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, NOVEMBER 2 (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 the school parking lot (weather contingent; otherwise, in the gym). 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" costume awards, 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 2nd November 2024 (8:30AM EDT)
$48.70
CLOSED -
Kids .5 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 2nd November 2024 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
CLOSED -
Stroller
Incl. $3.70 Fee & Short Sleeve Race T-Shirt
Sat 2nd November 2024 (8:30AM EDT)
$48.70
CLOSED -
On Course Marker "Shout-Out!"
Incl. $10.00 Fee
Sat 2nd November 2024 (8:30AM EDT)
$160.00
CLOSEDRecognition on signage on display along the 5K race route
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