Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 - Buffalo Grove, IL

SPRINT into Spring! Join me on the TRACK Sundays at Winston Campus in Palatine for our 3-week Spring Running Series!

In addition to the physical benefits of running, the program aims to build social-emotional skills. The Cardio Kidz environment is great for the seasoned runner and also those who may never run before. We will focus on the affirmation DETERMINED this spring in age-appropriate discussions before each race and will track weekly progress to promote goal setting and increase self-confidence. The emphasis of this series is on self-improvement vs. competition with others. We realize that accomplishments look different for everyone, and it is our goal for every participant to make big strides and have FUN while doing so!

Races that are offered are as follows:

50-Yard Dash: Ages 2 & 3

100-Yard Dash: Preschool 4 & 5

1/4 Mile (400 m): Grades Kindergarten-8th. *Heats will be separated by age. *This race will be timed; results will be sent in a post-race email.

Pricing: $35 registration fee includes: Finisher Medal, Swag Bag, 3 Weeks of Races, 3 Racing Bibs, Weekly Progress Report, Goal Tracker Sheet

$5 Sibling Discount. Registration is non-refundable.

Rain Dates: May 3 & 17 (We can never know what spring in Chicago will bring!)

The HOH 5k is the sole fundraiser for the HOH scholarship program. This race is organized by the Northbrook District 28 PTO Council with volunteers from Greenbriar, Meadowbrook, Northbrook Junior High and Westmoor. All proceeds benefit the Homer O. Harvey Scholarship Fund.

5K runners and walkers will start at 8:00 a.m with a group start. We welcome strollers, but NO dogs, bikes or rollerblades please. The lot behind the junior high will be closed from 7:45 - 8:15 a.m. for the race. The race is chip timed for instant results of the race. Runners can see their results after they finish.

At 9:00 a.m. there will be a kids fun run. Kids age 6 & under are invited to participate. Registration for the kids run will close at 7:45 a.m.

이번 5K 러닝 페스티벌은 청년 세대를 복음 안에서 다시 세우고 공동체를 회복하기 위한 믿음의 발걸음이자, 지역사회를 섬기기 위한 나눔의 실천입니다. 본 행사의 수익금은 지역사회 단체인 Kan-Win에 기부되어 도움이 필요한 이웃을 지원하는 데 사용될 예정입니다. 달리기를 통해 믿음과 사랑을 나누며, 교회와 지역사회가 함께 세워지는 의미 있는 시간이 되기를 소망합니다.

This 5K Running Festival is a step of faith to restore young adults in Christ and rebuild meaningful community, while also serving our local neighbors through generosity. Proceeds from this event will be donated to Kan-Win to support their ongoing work in the community. Through running, fellowship, and giving, we hope this event will strengthen both the church and the broader community we are called to serve.

🏃‍♂️ Join Us for the Annual 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk! 🏃‍♂️ - [View Poster]

📅 Date: Saturday, May 9th

📍 Location: Dam No. 1 Woods East

(621 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090)

📍 Course map - [Click for Preview]

Get ready to lace up your sneakers! Whether you're chasing a new Personal Record or enjoying a morning stroll through a breathtaking trail road with stunning natural scenery, this event is all about community, health, and giving back. All proceeds from the race will be donated to KAN-WIN to support their incredible mission. 🤝

"이번 대회는 우리 지역의 소중한 동반자, KAN-WIN(여성 핫라인)과 함께합니다."

우리가 함께 달리는 이 순간이 누군가에게는 희망이 되고, 용기가 됩니다.

대회 수익금은 KAN-WIN을 지원하며, 참가자 여러분께서 그들의 활동과 가치를 함께 나누고 이해하는 뜻깊은 기회가 될 것입니다.

⏰ Event Schedule: Saturday, May 9th

Don't miss a beat on race day!

07:00 AM | 🎒 Packet Pickup Opens (At the Race Site)

08:45 AM | 🔥 Pre-Race Warm-up & Final Announcements

09:00 AM | 🚩 Race Start! (5K Run & 1-Mile Family Walk)

10:00 AM | 🏆 Awards Ceremony & Post-Race Celebration

📦 Packet Pickup Information

Beat the race-day rush! Pick up your bib and swag bag early.

Friday (May 8th): 06:00 PM – 09:00 PM

📍 First Korean United Methodist Church (FKUMC) (655 E Hintz Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090)

Saturday (May 9th): 07:00 AM – 08:45 AM

📍 Dam No. 1 Woods East (Race Site)

🍝 Pre-Race Pasta Party!

Eat, Mingle, and Fuel Up! We’re hosting a FREE pasta dinner for all registered participants. Come meet your fellow runners and get those carbs in!

When: Friday, May 8th @ 06:00 PM

Where: First Korean United Methodist Church (655 E Hintz Rd, Wheeling, IL)

💰 Prize Pool: $1,000 Cash!

We are rewarding the speedsters! Cash prizes will be awarded to the Top 15 Male and Top 15 Female 5K finishers.

🥇 1st Place: $100.00

🥈 2nd Place: $80.00

🥉 3rd Place: $60.00

🏅 4th Place: $50.00

🏅 5th Place: $40.00

✨ 6th - 10th Place: $35, $30, $25, $20, $15

✨ 11th - 14th Place: $10.00 each

✨ 15th Place: $5.00

🎁 Participant Swag (What you get!)

We’ve got some amazing perks waiting for you:

👕 Official Race T-Shirt (Every participant gets one!) – [Click for Preview]

🏅 Finisher’s Medal (Exclusive for 5K Run finishers!) – [Click for Preview]

💄 Special Gift: Dongkook Centellian24 Madeca Cream ($30 value)

(Limited quantity. Available while supplies last.)

🍎 Post-Race Fuel: Fresh water, sports drinks, and healthy snacks!

❤️ Our Proud Partners

A huge thank you to the sponsors who make this event possible:

✨ Madeca Derma (Dongkook Pharmaceutical)

✨ CENTELLAIN24 (https://centellian24usa.com/)

✨ Supporting: KAN-WIN (Empowering our community together) - https://www.kanwin.org/

✨ 5KDOKIE

❤️ Hosted by FLYING SQUIRRELS

We look forward to seeing you at the starting line on May 16, 2026!

The Run for D103 5K Run/Walk is a family-friendly, annual fundraising event that enables the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) to provide the Lincolnshire-Prairie View School District 103 with programs and equipment for the benefit of our children. This race is representative of our district's commitment to foster both healthy minds and healthy bodies in our children and to instill a lifelong passion for education and exercise.

In addition to the 5k, we will host the Sibling Shuffle, a free fun run for children ages 4 and under. Toddlers will have a chance to toe the line and be just like their older sibling(s) in this 103-yard dash to the finish line. Each participant will receive a participation medal to celebrate his/her achievement.

Since the Run for D103 is a family event, we kindly ask you to please leave all furry friends at home. Registered service dogs are always welcome.

Please note we CANNOT GUARANTEE T-SHIRTS for registrants after April 15, 2026. After that date shirts will be distributed on a first come, first served basis based on inventory and registration date/time.