Cooper's Hawk Wine Run 5k

Come join the New Lenox School District 122 PTO, Wellness Committee and New Lenox Safe Community Coalition in supporting Mental Health and Wellness by participating in a 5K Run/Walk for Mental Health and Wellness event. Start your day by walking or running the 5K and stay for the Wellness Fair. The Wellness Fair will include businesses from the surrounding areas that can aide in mental, physical and nutritional wellness as well as self-care. Enjoy the family oriented activities and purchase some fabulous food from the food Trucks while you are there.

This is a non-profit event. All proceeds and donations will be evenly presented to 2 nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations; New Lenox School District 122 Wellness Committee and New Lenox School District 122 PTO. The proceeds will assist in promoting social emotional learning amongst the students, staff and community.

Donations are a great way to support the cause even if you can’t take part in the event.

Support mental health and wellness for the surrounding communities and New Lenox Schools by making a donation today.

The mission of the New Lenox School District 122 Wellness Committee is to promote the lifelong health and wellness of the staff, students, and community through education and efforts that encourage habits of wellness.

The NLSD 122 PTO (New Lenox School District 122 Parent/Teacher Organization) raises funds to help better the students/ education and wellness through library, music, art and physical education program enhancements, replenishing indoor and outdoor recess equipment, academic support grants and assemblies as well as teacher reimbursements and student scholarships.

Packet Pick-up Friday, April 24, 2026, 4-6pm, Village Hall

Race Morning Packet pickup begins at 8:15am

Race begins 9am (runners first, then walkers)

Wellness fair 9:00am - 12pm

Join us for an awesome and fun family friendly 5k run/walk event to celebrate Mother's Day on Saturday May 9th! All proceeds from this event are used to support our fundraising mission to support local charities in our community.

This race takes place at Hickory Creek Forest Preserve in Mokena

All events will start at 9:00am this year!

In addition to supporting a great cause, this event will also be a great time and a great opportunity to score some awesome race swag!

And if you're not able to participate in the live event don't worry... we also have a virtual race and we'll ship your race gear at no additional charge and you can complete the run/walk virtually at any time and location that you choose!

Registration Includes:

• Awesome Super Soft T-Shirt

• Custom Race Bib

• Age Group Awards

• Chip Timed 5k Run/Walk

• Live Results Posted Online

*More perks and goodies are on the way.. check back soon for more info!

Run Like a Mother!

Course:

The course is a 5k/3.1 mile U.S. Track & Field Certified route that takes you through the beautifully scenic Old Plank Trail and through the streets of Historic Frankfort. Water will be available on the course.

Awards:

Awards will be given for the top overall male & female and the top finisher in each age division, male & female.

Registration Fee:

$25 per person until noon June 8

$35 per person after noon on June 8 until Race Day

Post-Race Activities:

After the completion of the race, stay for the awards presentation & DJ music. For the runners/walkers there will be healthy refreshments and water. The whole family are invited to attend the post-race celebration. All items are first come and will not be replenished.

Giveaway Guarantee:

Race shirts are guaranteed to runners who registered by Wednesday, May 20.

Parking:

Parking is available @ Main Park, Frankfort Village Hall, Park District Preschool Building and neighborhood streets.

Sponsored By:

Town Center Bank

Jeffrey LaMorte Salon & Day Spa

Chicago Stem Cell Therapy

Hamstra Roofing

DOT Foods

Body Fountain

Snow Family Dental

Running for Kicks

Iron Warzone Gym

Chick-fil-A Frankfort

Chiro One

Camp Manitoqua

Palermo's Pizza

Frankfort Jewel Osco

Hinkley Springs

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Clink link to sign up:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4BACA62CA3FF2-62948774-short

Join us on June 20th at 9am for a Run & Walk benefitting the homeless pets of NAWS Humane Society.

The event will take place at Hickory Creek Preserve – Laporte Access Road, offering a beautiful natural setting as you run (or walk!) to help save lives.

This race will be timed by Its Race Time where you will receive realtime updates on your timing.

There will be post race food and refreshments available as well as an awards ceremony!

Whether you're a competitive runner, a casual walker, or simply an animal lover who wants to make a difference, this event is for you. Every registration directly supports the medical care, food, shelter, and lifesaving programs that give NAWS pets a second chance.

We kindly ask that you leave your furry friends at home for this event due to permitting issues!