Plainfield Twisters 5k Fundraiser and Charity run

Get ready for an exhilarating day of fitness and fun at the Warrior Rush 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon 13.1 taking place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the scenic Danada Forest Preserve in Wheaton, IL. Our charity for this event is Friends of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County.

This event is perfect for runners of all levels, offering a choice of distances to fit your skill and ambition. Participants can look forward to a fantastic race experience featuring chip-timing with live results, custom medals, and a stylish soft ring-spun cotton T-shirt included with registration. After crossing the finish line, enjoy complimentary snacks and the opportunity to capture your accomplishments with event photos.

Gather your friends and family for a day filled with action and camaraderie, but don’t wait too long to sign up—this event is expected to sell out! Make sure to register by midnight on the Saturday before race day to secure your T-shirt and be part of this unforgettable running challenge. Conquer the Warrior Rush challenge and unleash your inner warrior!

Registration Includes:

Great Swag - Soft ring spun cotton T-shirt included!

Custom medal, Chip-timing with live results and awards

FREE snacks at the finish line and photos!

Plenty of fun and action!

Defeat the Stigma 5k

Saturday, May 30th at Centennial Park in Orland.

10401 W. 153rd Place

Start time: 8:30 AM

5k Race

First 200 entries get free tech T-shirts.

Benefiting NAMI

Being held in conjunction with the Toy Box Connection Mental Health Wellness Fair

https://www.toyboxconnection.com/

Pricing

3/12/26 to 4/15/26- $25

4/16 to 5/29- $35

$45 on Race Day

Donations are accepted.

Packet pickup will be at Running For Kicks on 5/29 from Noon to 6 pm.

Please join us in supporting the George Werden Buck Boys & Girls Club of Joliet by participating in our Inaugural 5K Run/Walk.

The Mission Statement of the Boys & Girls Club: “To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.”

At no cost to our members, the Club provides educational programming and tutoring, health and life skills, sports, fitness, and recreation, and meals through the Northern Illinois Food Bank. All in a safe place to learn and grow.

With your support, we cannot only continue to provide our members with vital services and opportunities but can grow our membership and provide services to a larger portion of our community. Donations in any amount are a great way to support the G W Buck Boys & Girls Club even if you can’t take part in the event. To donate, please visit our website. https://www.bgcjoliet.com/

This is a non-profit event. All proceeds and donations go directly to the G W Buck Boys & Girls Club.

Start your day by running or walking the 5K on the main Campus of Joliet Junior College

Packet Pick-up:

• Friday, May 30, 10 am - 1 pm and 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, at the G W Buck Boys & Girls Club, 226 E Clinton Street, Joliet, IL 60432. While you're picking up your packet, you can take a tour of the Club and get an idea what we do!

• Saturday May 31, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00, at the Law Offices of Rathbun, Cservenyak & Kozol LLC, 3260 Executive Drive, Joliet, IL 60431

Race Morning Packet pickup begins at 7:30 am. Race begins 8:30 (runners first, then walkers) followed by awards and snacks.

We hope to see you there.

Back by popular demand..... all proceeds benefitting the Pat Clark Cancer Foundation.

This 5K is a chance to help us raise funds to support local cancer patients in our communities. Come join us for a beautiful run/walk through Rock run Greenway Trail, starting and ending at Cemeno's, 1630 Essington road.

All monies raised will go directly to local cancer patients and their families. the PCCF is a 501 (c)(3) organization, completely run by volunteers.

All age groups welcome. Sign up now for the early bird discount price and secure your spot. Limited to 175 runners.

Help us help others and have some fun at the same time.

"Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much."

Helen Keller

Registration Includes:

• Race Entry

• T-Shirt

• Finisher Medal

The soft path, with its twist and turns, ups and downs, makes for a great natural run whether the weather makes it a muddy mess or a fragrant wildflower filled dash. Runners are bib-timed and sent in every few minutes Each race features a different course and different piece of the medal. Attend each of the four runs in the series and complete the 2026 medal! Each run features different seasonal swag. Registration by Thursday, May 28 to guarantee your seasonal swag. There are no refunds for athletic events.

Registration Fees:

• Price does not include Race Roster registration fees

Summer Trail Run:

• $35 through May 28

• $40 May 29 - June 5

• After 5/28, seasonal swag available as supplies last

• $45 June 6 (Race Day)

• After 5/28, seasonal swag available as supplies last