Valiant PT Cross Country Challenge 6k
- Date Sun 30th August 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Evanston, Illinois
- Price $33.05
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Valiant PT Cross Country Challenge on Sunday, August 30th, 2026, at Lovelace Park in Evanston, Cook County, Illinois! This exciting event features a main race distance of 6 kilometers (approximately 3.62 miles), kicking off at 9 AM. It’s the perfect opportunity for runners of all ages to showcase their skills in a scenic setting, with all-grass rollercoaster loops that promise an unforgettable experience.
The day begins with engaging scholastic events for younger participants, starting at 8 AM, featuring distances of 1 mile for 4th graders and younger, and 2 miles for 5th graders and older. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a fun day out, this challenge offers something for everyone. Participants can sign up individually or form teams, and race entries include a stylish performance-mesh shirt. Don’t miss out on post-race festivities, including an awards ceremony and delicious burgers and brats for all runners and volunteers! Mark your calendars and get ready for a fantastic day of cross country action in the heart of Chicagoland!
The day begins with engaging scholastic events for younger participants, starting at 8 AM, featuring distances of 1 mile for 4th graders and younger, and 2 miles for 5th graders and older. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a fun day out, this challenge offers something for everyone. Participants can sign up individually or form teams, and race entries include a stylish performance-mesh shirt. Don’t miss out on post-race festivities, including an awards ceremony and delicious burgers and brats for all runners and volunteers! Mark your calendars and get ready for a fantastic day of cross country action in the heart of Chicagoland!
Organiser's Description
Location: Lovelace Park, Evanston, IL
MAIN EVENT
Date/Time: Sunday August 30th Start time: 9AM
Distance: 3.62 mi. (Course Map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cHgkn4tf7NnjOnyASUk03x1s9dCMIXXH/view?usp=sharing])
Early Bird Entry Through July 31 Adults $30 14-under: $25
Entry fee August 1-August 30 Adults $35 14-under $30
Race Day Entries--$40
SCHOLASTIC EVENTS
COACHES AND INTERESTED PARENTS/GUARDIANS CAN SIGN UP YOUR RUNNER HERE:
Clink on our race event link here:
https://www.athletic.net/CrossCountry/meet/277137/info
Coaches, Parents & Guardians, for more information contact: brad.coen@ilpreptoptiming.com; bob@ilpreptoptiming.com
Let us know your shirt size (Youth S, M, L) ALL SCHOLASTIC RACE SHIRTS ARE SHORT SLEEVE
YOUTH/SCHOLASTIC XC START TIMES
8:00 AM 4th Grade & younger Boys and Girls
(we will include all youth runners who need one-mile distance)
Distance: 1 mile
8:20 AM 5th Grade and older Boys
Distance: 2 miles
8:40 AM 5th Grade & older Girls
Distance: 2 miles
Valiant Physical Therapy for Runners and Illinois Prep Top Timing bring you three all-grass rollercoaster loops of the most exciting public cross-country action in Chicagoland! Sign up as an individual or form a club or pickup team of three or more runners. 9AM race Team Captains--e-mail jimpotts2112@gmail.com with your team rosters and questions.
The first-ever event of the Chicago Public XC Circuit begins with our all-Chicagoland Scholastic Events at 8AM, 8:20AM and 8:40AM. Our 6K main event starts at 9AM followed by awards presentation gathering with burgers and brats for runners and race volunteers. Race entries include a short- or long-sleeve performance-mesh shirt.
RACE DAY VOLUNTEERS--Contact jimpotts2112@gmail.com to volunteer. We are hosting races in August, September, and Thanksgiving Sunday in November 2026. We need help with course setup, course marshals, grill chef and picnic help, and post-event teardown.
SHIRTS
Chose from: Men's Short Sleeve S M L XL
Men's Long Sleeve S M L XL
Women's Short Sleeve S M L XL
Women's Long Sleeve S M L XL
2026 is a high-water mark for public cross country in Chicago and the makings of a Chicago Public XC Circuit are in place:
January 2026
Winter Challenge--Bunker Hill Forest Preserve. www.runrace.net [https://www.runrace.net].
August 30 2026
Valiant PT Cross Country Challenge--Evanston, IL
November 8 2026
Fast Track Cross Country Open--Schaumburg, IL. https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Schaumburg/FastTrackCrossCountryOpen
November 30, 2026 (Thanksgiving Weekend) Valiant PT Holiday Cross Country Race & Reunion--Evanston, IL. https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Evanston/ERCJohnHennellyPublicCrossCountryRaces
MAIN EVENT
Date/Time: Sunday August 30th Start time: 9AM
Distance: 3.62 mi. (Course Map [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cHgkn4tf7NnjOnyASUk03x1s9dCMIXXH/view?usp=sharing])
Early Bird Entry Through July 31 Adults $30 14-under: $25
Entry fee August 1-August 30 Adults $35 14-under $30
Race Day Entries--$40
SCHOLASTIC EVENTS
COACHES AND INTERESTED PARENTS/GUARDIANS CAN SIGN UP YOUR RUNNER HERE:
Clink on our race event link here:
https://www.athletic.net/CrossCountry/meet/277137/info
Coaches, Parents & Guardians, for more information contact: brad.coen@ilpreptoptiming.com; bob@ilpreptoptiming.com
Let us know your shirt size (Youth S, M, L) ALL SCHOLASTIC RACE SHIRTS ARE SHORT SLEEVE
YOUTH/SCHOLASTIC XC START TIMES
8:00 AM 4th Grade & younger Boys and Girls
(we will include all youth runners who need one-mile distance)
Distance: 1 mile
8:20 AM 5th Grade and older Boys
Distance: 2 miles
8:40 AM 5th Grade & older Girls
Distance: 2 miles
Valiant Physical Therapy for Runners and Illinois Prep Top Timing bring you three all-grass rollercoaster loops of the most exciting public cross-country action in Chicagoland! Sign up as an individual or form a club or pickup team of three or more runners. 9AM race Team Captains--e-mail jimpotts2112@gmail.com with your team rosters and questions.
The first-ever event of the Chicago Public XC Circuit begins with our all-Chicagoland Scholastic Events at 8AM, 8:20AM and 8:40AM. Our 6K main event starts at 9AM followed by awards presentation gathering with burgers and brats for runners and race volunteers. Race entries include a short- or long-sleeve performance-mesh shirt.
RACE DAY VOLUNTEERS--Contact jimpotts2112@gmail.com to volunteer. We are hosting races in August, September, and Thanksgiving Sunday in November 2026. We need help with course setup, course marshals, grill chef and picnic help, and post-event teardown.
SHIRTS
Chose from: Men's Short Sleeve S M L XL
Men's Long Sleeve S M L XL
Women's Short Sleeve S M L XL
Women's Long Sleeve S M L XL
2026 is a high-water mark for public cross country in Chicago and the makings of a Chicago Public XC Circuit are in place:
January 2026
Winter Challenge--Bunker Hill Forest Preserve. www.runrace.net [https://www.runrace.net].
August 30 2026
Valiant PT Cross Country Challenge--Evanston, IL
November 8 2026
Fast Track Cross Country Open--Schaumburg, IL. https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Schaumburg/FastTrackCrossCountryOpen
November 30, 2026 (Thanksgiving Weekend) Valiant PT Holiday Cross Country Race & Reunion--Evanston, IL. https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Evanston/ERCJohnHennellyPublicCrossCountryRaces
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Valiant PT Cross Country Challenge 6k
Incl. $3.05 Fee & Shirt
Sun 30th August 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$33.05
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