Welcome Run 5K
- Date Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Lansing, Illinois
- Price $8.00 - $30.00
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Welcome Run 5K on Saturday, October 4th, 2025, in the vibrant community of Lansing, Cook! This exciting event kicks off with race day check-in opening at 8 AM, followed by the 5K Run and Walk starting at 9:00 AM. Whether you're a serious runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely stroll, this race is perfect for everyone, including families with strollers and kids. The fast, flat course will take participants on a double loop around the beautiful neighborhood, ensuring a fun-filled morning for all.
This year, the Welcome Run 5K supports the remarkable work of The Welcome Network, a non-profit organization dedicated to resettling newcomers from around the world who have escaped war and persecution. Participants can also choose to race virtually! Regular registration is just $40 per person, with fantastic family and group discounts available. Plus, there are prizes for top finishers and age-group categories, making this event not only meaningful but also competitive. Come out, be part of the fun, and race for an excellent cause while making a difference in the lives of others!
This year, the Welcome Run 5K supports the remarkable work of The Welcome Network, a non-profit organization dedicated to resettling newcomers from around the world who have escaped war and persecution. Participants can also choose to race virtually! Regular registration is just $40 per person, with fantastic family and group discounts available. Plus, there are prizes for top finishers and age-group categories, making this event not only meaningful but also competitive. Come out, be part of the fun, and race for an excellent cause while making a difference in the lives of others!
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)
$8.00
A chance for the "littles" (5 & Under) to show their race skills on a short, speed track.
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