The Lake Run
- Date Sat 3rd May 2025
- Time 8:30AM CDT
- Location Hudson, Illinois
- Price $25.00 - $35.00
- Races 3 races
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Event summary
Join us for the vibrant and exciting Lake Run on Saturday, May 3, 2025, set against the scenic backdrop of Hudson, McLean, as participants race around the picturesque Lake Bloomington. This annual tradition, which began in 1982 with just 224 finishers, has grown into a beloved event featuring multiple race distances: tackle the challenging 12K (7.44 miles) or opt for the 4.37-mile loop or 3-mile walk, all with chip timing and live race results.
This yearβs Lake Run has a special twist, celebrating "World Press Freedom Day" while offering a fantastic post-race party at the Green Gables outdoor beer garden! Enjoy delicious Avanti's Gondola Sandwiches, refreshing craft beers for participants over 21, and non-alcoholic options for everyone. Donβt forget to register by April 15, 2025, to secure your Lake Run T-shirt in your preferred size. Plus, your participation helps support local Boy Scout Troops and the Kiwanis Club of Bloomington, IL. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this spirited community event!
This yearβs Lake Run has a special twist, celebrating "World Press Freedom Day" while offering a fantastic post-race party at the Green Gables outdoor beer garden! Enjoy delicious Avanti's Gondola Sandwiches, refreshing craft beers for participants over 21, and non-alcoholic options for everyone. Donβt forget to register by April 15, 2025, to secure your Lake Run T-shirt in your preferred size. Plus, your participation helps support local Boy Scout Troops and the Kiwanis Club of Bloomington, IL. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this spirited community event!
Organiser's Description
* The first Lake Run, a loop around Lake Bloomington, was held in 1982 and had 224 finishers. The race became an annual event, added a shorter loop and continues to grow each year. In addition to the standard age group classifications, the race has footpounder classes for men over 220 lb and women over 190 lb, as well as footpounder light: 190-219 lb (men) and 150lb - 179lb (women).
* You can choose from the 12K which is 7.44 miles in length, 4.37 Mile, or 3 Mile Walk, each have chip timing and race results posted live during the event.
* Post race food include Avanti's Gondola Sandwiches and vegetarian options.
* Post Party is back at Green Gables outdoor beer garden !! Each participant over the age of 21 will receive a free beer of choice from various craft and domestic beers offered on race day. Non-Alcoholic Athletic Brewing beer will be available at this events post party.
* Over the years, the Lake Run has celebrated various holidays and festive events that fall on the same day as the Lake Run, including "May the 4th be with you, Star Wars Theme", Cinco De Mayo, etc.
* This years Lake Run will recognize "World Press Freedom Day [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Press_Freedom_Day#:~:text=The%20United%20Nations%20General%20Assembly,19%20of%20the%201948%20Universal]" Which falls on May 3rd each year since 1991.
* NEED TO REGISTER BEFORE 4/15/2025 TO RECEIVE A LAKE RUN T-SHIRT IN YOUR SIZE.
* Partial Proceeds will benefit Local Boy Scout Troops and Kiwanis Club of Bloomington, IL
12K AND 3 MILE WALK WILL START AT 8:30 AM
4.37 MILE INNER LOOP WILL START AT 9:00 AM.
* You can choose from the 12K which is 7.44 miles in length, 4.37 Mile, or 3 Mile Walk, each have chip timing and race results posted live during the event.
* Post race food include Avanti's Gondola Sandwiches and vegetarian options.
* Post Party is back at Green Gables outdoor beer garden !! Each participant over the age of 21 will receive a free beer of choice from various craft and domestic beers offered on race day. Non-Alcoholic Athletic Brewing beer will be available at this events post party.
* Over the years, the Lake Run has celebrated various holidays and festive events that fall on the same day as the Lake Run, including "May the 4th be with you, Star Wars Theme", Cinco De Mayo, etc.
* This years Lake Run will recognize "World Press Freedom Day [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Press_Freedom_Day#:~:text=The%20United%20Nations%20General%20Assembly,19%20of%20the%201948%20Universal]" Which falls on May 3rd each year since 1991.
* NEED TO REGISTER BEFORE 4/15/2025 TO RECEIVE A LAKE RUN T-SHIRT IN YOUR SIZE.
* Partial Proceeds will benefit Local Boy Scout Troops and Kiwanis Club of Bloomington, IL
12K AND 3 MILE WALK WILL START AT 8:30 AM
4.37 MILE INNER LOOP WILL START AT 9:00 AM.
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