Valiant PT Holiday Cross Country Race & Reunion
- Date Sun 29th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Evanston, Illinois
- Price $27.75
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Join us for the Valiant PT Holiday Cross Country Race & Reunion on Sunday, November 29, 2026, at Lovelace Park in Evanston, Cook County! This exhilarating event, hosted by the Evanston Running Club, features a challenging 3.62-mile cross country course that will take you through hills and open fields, perfect for both seasoned runners and newcomers alike. With a race start time of 9:00 AM, participants can look forward to a day filled with excitement, camaraderie, and the thrill of competing against fellow running enthusiasts.
Whether you're an individual runner or part of a team, this event welcomes everyone, including families looking to enjoy a fun day outdoors. Registration is open online for the first 200 entrants until October 24th, with entry fees set at $25 for adults and $20 for runners aged 14 and under. Families of three or more can register for just $60! The day promises not only competitive racing but also recognition for top teams, fastest families, and more. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace the spirit of cross country running in beautiful Evanston!
Whether you're an individual runner or part of a team, this event welcomes everyone, including families looking to enjoy a fun day outdoors. Registration is open online for the first 200 entrants until October 24th, with entry fees set at $25 for adults and $20 for runners aged 14 and under. Families of three or more can register for just $60! The day promises not only competitive racing but also recognition for top teams, fastest families, and more. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace the spirit of cross country running in beautiful Evanston!
Organiser's Description
Evanston Running Club and Valiant Physical Therapy welcome you to the ERC John Hennelly Public Cross Country Races at Lovelace Park in Evanston IL Sunday November 29, 2026. Online registration is available to the first 200 entrants through Friday October 24th.
Race will be held at 9:00 AM. The three-lap, 3.62-mile wheel-measured course is rich with hills, open fields and challenging terrain.
ENTRY FEES
ADULTS $25
RUNNERS AGES 14 AND UNDER $20
FAMILIES OF THREE OR MORE = $60
DONATIONS ARE GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED AND GO DIRECTLY TOWARD RACE DAY OPERATING EXPENSES. ANY RACE PROCEEDS ABOVE $2150 ARE REGENERATIVE AND WILL GO TOWARDS FUNDING A FUTURE PUBLIC XC EVENT.
Cross Country races let runners compete on natural terrain in unpredictable fall weather conditions as teams or as individuals. The clubs 2021 and 2022 Canal Shores XC events were a big success and hosted competitors from all over the Chicago area as well as from out of state. Running crews, corporate, club, and school teams and runners of all ages are invited to form teams of 3 or more runners. Team size is unlimited.
AWARDS WILL BE POSTED ONLINE FOLLOWING THE EVENT. We will score individuals in the 9:30AM Open and 10:30 AM Masters races as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places as following:
Open Race: 14 and Under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39
Masters Race: 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80-84; 85-89
Recognition will also go to: Top Teams, Fastest Family, Team with the Most Runners
RACES ARE HELD RAIN OR SHINE. IN THE EVENT OF LIGHTNING COURSE WILL BE CLOSED. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. ALTHOUGH DISCOURAGED, RACE DAY ENTRIES ARE $30 FOR ALL AGES; CASH OR CHECK PAYABLE TO: EVANSTON RUNNING CLUB.
For more information contact Jim Potts 312-405-6330; jimpotts2112@gmail.com.
Race will be held at 9:00 AM. The three-lap, 3.62-mile wheel-measured course is rich with hills, open fields and challenging terrain.
ENTRY FEES
ADULTS $25
RUNNERS AGES 14 AND UNDER $20
FAMILIES OF THREE OR MORE = $60
DONATIONS ARE GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED AND GO DIRECTLY TOWARD RACE DAY OPERATING EXPENSES. ANY RACE PROCEEDS ABOVE $2150 ARE REGENERATIVE AND WILL GO TOWARDS FUNDING A FUTURE PUBLIC XC EVENT.
Cross Country races let runners compete on natural terrain in unpredictable fall weather conditions as teams or as individuals. The clubs 2021 and 2022 Canal Shores XC events were a big success and hosted competitors from all over the Chicago area as well as from out of state. Running crews, corporate, club, and school teams and runners of all ages are invited to form teams of 3 or more runners. Team size is unlimited.
AWARDS WILL BE POSTED ONLINE FOLLOWING THE EVENT. We will score individuals in the 9:30AM Open and 10:30 AM Masters races as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places as following:
Open Race: 14 and Under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39
Masters Race: 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80-84; 85-89
Recognition will also go to: Top Teams, Fastest Family, Team with the Most Runners
RACES ARE HELD RAIN OR SHINE. IN THE EVENT OF LIGHTNING COURSE WILL BE CLOSED. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. ALTHOUGH DISCOURAGED, RACE DAY ENTRIES ARE $30 FOR ALL AGES; CASH OR CHECK PAYABLE TO: EVANSTON RUNNING CLUB.
For more information contact Jim Potts 312-405-6330; jimpotts2112@gmail.com.
Races
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Community Race- Fun Run
Incl. $2.75 Fee
Sun 29th November 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$27.75
OPENS 24 JULA fun run open to all who are interested in participating. -
Open Race- Competitive Race for Runners 39 and Younger
Incl. $2.75 Fee
Sun 29th November 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$27.75
OPENS 24 JULA competitive race for all runners aged 39 and younger. -
Masters Race- Competitive Race for Those Aged 40 and Older
Incl. $2.75 Fee
Sun 29th November 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$27.75
OPENS 24 JULA competitive race for participants aged 40 and older.
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