Run the Rails

Run for the Dogs 5k 5K features a scenic course!

Join us on Saturday July 18, 2026 for an exciting "Run for the Dogs Themed" event that features the scenic views of Waubonsie Lake Park in Aurora, IL! With awesome swag for all dog lovers and runners, this race is a sure thing for a great doggy good time! Due to the popularity of this event, we will have 3 start times at 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00 a.m.!

This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com.

Registration Includes:

• Short Sleeve T-Shirt

• Finisher Medal for Humans

• Dog Medal Charm

• 5k Run/Walk Entry

• Chip Timed Race Bib

• Live Race Results

• Finish Line Treats For Dogs!

Join us for the annual MMTT Splash and Dash.

Distances:

Junior (age 6 -10) 100 meter swim; 1 Kilometer Run)

Senior (age 11 – 17) 200 meter swim; 2 Kilometer Run)

Age is determined by the age of your athlete on race day. If you are 10 years old on race day, you will race in the 10 year old age group.

Swim Detail:

The Junior swim will be done in a “snake” fashion with each swimmer swimming one length in each lane (a total of 4 lengths in a 25 meter pool). There will be lifeguards on duty as well as volunteers to make sure each swimmer completes the course in a safe manner. Swimmers will be starting the course one at a time at 10-second intervals. Swimmers will be allowed to pass another swimmer. The Senior racers will have a designated lane (shared with 1 other athlete) and swim down and back until their swim is complete. They will start in waves of 10 Senior athletes.

Transition Detail:

Athletes will be able to change into their socks, shoes, etc. in the contained grassy area outside of the pool entrance. Junior competitors should feel free to place their belongings in one of the spots provided upon arriving. Senior athletes should wait until the Junior event is done before placing their belongings in the transition area.

Run Detail:

The run course will take place on the trail around the Fitness Center property. Volunteers and an aid station with water will be available on the course.

Location:

Northwestern Medicine Delnor Fitness and Health Center (296 Randall Road, Geneva, IL 60134)

Swag:

USAT to provide finisher medals to participants.

USA Triathlon Membership required:

$10 license fee good for one year

Packet Pick Up / Race Day Registration:

Race Day – 5pm – 6:15pm. Transition opens at 5pm.

Award Age Groups

Separated by gender

6 – 8 age group

9 – 10 age group

11 – 12 age group

13 – 14 age group

15 – 17 age group

Timing and Results

This race is chip timed by It’s Race Time, Inc. Results will be available live during event. For this year and prior year results visit:

https://runsignup.com/Race/MMTTSplashandDash/Page/RaceResults

Voted OCR Buddy People's Choice Award winner for the World's Best Small Obstacle Race Series, Highlander Assault Obstacle Race, our Classic obstacle course race features an open 5k and 15k option, as well as, an 5k competitive (elite) and 15k endurance heat. From beginner to pro, we have you covered. Our Scottish Highlander themed race comes complete with your classic obstacle race staples, from technical monkey bar style rigs to atlas stone carries. Highlander also, adds a twist of the old world including challenges, such as archery, to caber carries. Come join us, you won't regret it!

SPECTATORS FEE $10 ON-SITE (3 & UNDER FREE)

FREE PARKING

You can also join us for our night version, Dark Ages Night Obstacle Race. Traverse our 5k torch lit night OCR with illuminated obstacles, bonfires and more, and yes there is a competitive heat!

For those who enjoy a fright, Highlander Assault LLC also offers an immersive 5k Haunted Highlander Trail Run, which is packed full of live haunted actors, animatronics, and Halloween themed scenes. This run does not have a competitive option, but trust us you wont want to miss this one!

All three race events, those who finish will receive a courtesy race medal and t-shirt.

Run the Rails - Elburn, IL

2026 Sponsorship

Presented by Elburn Parks Commission

4-MILE RUN 7-MILE RUN 1-MILE FUN RUN

Running the Rails is not just a great way to stay active, but also a wonderful opportunity to advertise your business!

We offer many different opportunities for businesses to sponsor our event while also getting their image out in the community including banners that line our start and finish areas, our race T-Shirts, and even filling up to 1/3 of the race course with your business name and logo.

If you would like to send a check instead please see form here. Checks should be written to the Village of Elburn and in the memo sponsorship funds for the Run the Rails race.

Join us for the annual Summer Sizzler 5k/10k/15k! A fun summer event that is perfect for the whole family.

The fun includes -

• Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal

• Chip-timing with live results and awards

• Free photos

• Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line

• FREE Kona Ice

• Plenty of fun!

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one!

Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!

• 5k/10k/15K registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!

• 1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and a custom finisher medal!

• The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

🏁🏅Create a team, or join an existing team during registration. Once 4 people have registered on that team, all team members will be refunded $5, once ten people register another $5 will be refunded for a total of $10!