Welcome Run 5K
- Date Sat 27th September 2025 - Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Lansing, Illinois
- Price $5.00 - $30.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for the Welcome Run 5K, taking place from September 27 to October 4, 2025, in beautiful Lansing, Cook! This exciting event kicks off with race day check-in starting at 8 AM, followed by the 5K Run and Walk at 9 AM. It's a fantastic opportunity to lace up your shoes for a great cause, as the race benefits The Welcome Network, a non-profit organization dedicated to resettling newcomers fleeing war and persecution.
Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to join in on the fun, whether you're a serious runner or prefer a leisurely walk. The fast, flat double-loop course provides a perfect setting for everyone, including families with strollers and kids. With prizes for top finishers and age-group categories, there's plenty of motivation to give your best. Plus, there's a virtual racing option available for those who prefer to participate from the comfort of their own neighborhood. Don't miss out on this uplifting community event—register today and consider becoming a fundraiser to further support this worthy cause!
Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to join in on the fun, whether you're a serious runner or prefer a leisurely walk. The fast, flat double-loop course provides a perfect setting for everyone, including families with strollers and kids. With prizes for top finishers and age-group categories, there's plenty of motivation to give your best. Plus, there's a virtual racing option available for those who prefer to participate from the comfort of their own neighborhood. Don't miss out on this uplifting community event—register today and consider becoming a fundraiser to further support this worthy cause!
Organiser's Description
Race day check in opens at 8am - 5K Run and Walk starting line opens at 9:00 am.
This race benefits the non-profit organization, The Welcome Network, [http://www.thewelcomenet.org] which resettles newcomers from various countries in the world. These newcomers have fled their home countries because of war or persecution. Join us for a fun race for a great cause!
Virtual option for racing as well.
CONSIDER BECOMING A FUNDRAISER FOR THE WELCOME RUN 5K. JUST CLICK "DONATE" AND THEN "BECOME A FUNDRAISER." THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE TOP FUNDRAISER!
The fast, flat course will begin and end at the church. It will be a double loop around the adjoining neighborhood. The 5K is open to serious runners as well as walkers. Strollers and kids are encouraged in our family atmosphere. This event will be timed by j3 Timing to ensure timing accuracy. There will be prizes for top finishers overall and in age-group categories.
REGULAR REGISTRATION: $40/PERSON
FAMILY DISCOUNT: $25/PERSON FOR A FAMILY OF 3 OR MORE, $25/PERSON FOR A GROUP OF 4 OR MORE!
_COME AND JOIN THE FUN AND RACE FOR AN EXCELLENT CAUSE!_
2024 SPONSORS
SMITS FARMS [https://www.smitsfarms.com/index.html], [https://www.leeps.com] NAVIGATOR BOOKKEEPING [https://navigatingyourbooks.com/], CHIK-FIL-A [https://www.chick-fil-a.com], SIEGE PEST CONTROL [https://siegepest.com/], ARROW STRATEGY GROUP [https://arrowstrategygroup.com/], FLEET FEET [https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/schererville?srsltid=AfmBOoonSwH_ez-BDooB2ieu3ouETBUgdqYU_aRevSAIlohx9FLNjPP_], BUTTERFINGERS [https://butterfingersbakerynwi.com/], LA ROSITA [https://www.larositafreshmarket.com/locations/3315-ridge-rd-lansing/], WESTPOINT FINANCIAL GROUP. [https://westpointfinancialgroup.com/]
This race benefits the non-profit organization, The Welcome Network, [http://www.thewelcomenet.org] which resettles newcomers from various countries in the world. These newcomers have fled their home countries because of war or persecution. Join us for a fun race for a great cause!
Virtual option for racing as well.
CONSIDER BECOMING A FUNDRAISER FOR THE WELCOME RUN 5K. JUST CLICK "DONATE" AND THEN "BECOME A FUNDRAISER." THERE WILL BE A PRIZE FOR THE TOP FUNDRAISER!
The fast, flat course will begin and end at the church. It will be a double loop around the adjoining neighborhood. The 5K is open to serious runners as well as walkers. Strollers and kids are encouraged in our family atmosphere. This event will be timed by j3 Timing to ensure timing accuracy. There will be prizes for top finishers overall and in age-group categories.
REGULAR REGISTRATION: $40/PERSON
FAMILY DISCOUNT: $25/PERSON FOR A FAMILY OF 3 OR MORE, $25/PERSON FOR A GROUP OF 4 OR MORE!
_COME AND JOIN THE FUN AND RACE FOR AN EXCELLENT CAUSE!_
2024 SPONSORS
SMITS FARMS [https://www.smitsfarms.com/index.html], [https://www.leeps.com] NAVIGATOR BOOKKEEPING [https://navigatingyourbooks.com/], CHIK-FIL-A [https://www.chick-fil-a.com], SIEGE PEST CONTROL [https://siegepest.com/], ARROW STRATEGY GROUP [https://arrowstrategygroup.com/], FLEET FEET [https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/schererville?srsltid=AfmBOoonSwH_ez-BDooB2ieu3ouETBUgdqYU_aRevSAIlohx9FLNjPP_], BUTTERFINGERS [https://butterfingersbakerynwi.com/], LA ROSITA [https://www.larositafreshmarket.com/locations/3315-ridge-rd-lansing/], WESTPOINT FINANCIAL GROUP. [https://westpointfinancialgroup.com/]
Races
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Welcome Run 5K
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 4th October 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$30.00
Event open to serious runners as well as walkers and jogging or walking strollers! There will be a staggered start according to speed. -
Welcome Run Virtual 5K
Incl. T-Shirt
$30.00
Event open to anyone that wants to join us from afar! Runners/walkers will have a week to complete the race, anywhere in the world, as long as the distance measures equal to 5K. -
Welcome Run 5U (5 & Under) Race
Sat 4th October 2025 (10:00AM CDT)
$5.00
A chance for the "littles" (5 & Under) to show their race skills on a short, speed track.
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