Chicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K

Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish.

Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event.

Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wheelchairs, etc. to be used by runners.

Makeup Date Information: 5/10/2026

Single Day Racing: Single day race registration opens one hour prior to the start of each race. The registration fee covers one single race to be run on the day of registration. ALL single day registrations should be completed onsite at the race location. Single day racers will have the option to upgrade to the full series (see tab on the left side of the page for instructions). There is a strict no-refund and no-transfer policy.

Awards: All participants receive a medal on Week 5! Trophies will be awarded to the overall top finishers in each of the divisions listed below (broken out by boys and girls respectively):

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

6th to 8th Grade

Challenger

Share your running photos with our community! Find us on Facebook @HealthyKidsRunning or Instagram @healthykidsrs!

#GetUpandGo

Hi Central Road Community! It’s the LAST DAY!! We need your help! We are short of our goal! The PTA will be holding a fundraising campaign that will conclude on April 18th with the NEW Wolfie Dash Obstacle Course. All funds raised will help pay for the PTA events that make Central Road great! These events include: assemblies, Fall Fest, Multicultural events, classroom holiday parties, teacher appreciation week, Veterans Day breakfast, and much, much more. At the end of our fundraising period, students will participate in the Wolfie Dash where they will be running, jumping, crawling, and climbing.

The Wolfie Dash will bring in over 75% of PTA funding for the next school year, as well as some much needed items for this year. If we're able to raise enough funds in excess of our initial goal of $20,000 this year, we would like to help Principal Shostachuk fund new outdoor enhancements for the students. This is an important fundraiser for our school, and we need your help to make this campaign a success! It is because of your generous donations, the Central Road community can continue to enjoy events both in and outside of school.

Register now to begin your fundraising! Don't forget to join your teacher's team. Let's go, Wolves!

27th Anniversary

RUN FOR RETT

5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run

Saturday, May 2, 2026

IN PERSON EVENT

&

VIRTUAL EVENT

Busse Woods - Grove 26

Elk Grove, IL

5K: 8:30 AM (on site registration begins at 7:00 am)

1 Mile Fun Run - 9:00 am

First 200 participants will receive an official Run for Rett T-Shirt!

The Cause

International Rett Syndrome Foundation purpose is to support and encourage medical research to determine the cause, treatment and cure for Rett syndrome, and to provide informational and emotional support to families of those with Rett Syndrome.

About Rett Syndrome

Rett syndrome is a rare non-inherited genetic neurological disorder that affects 1 in 10,000 females (and even more rarely in males) and begins to display itself in missed milestones or regression at 6-18 months. Rett syndrome leads to severe impairments, affecting nearly every aspect of life: ability to speak, walk, eat and breathe easily. The hallmark of Rett syndrome is near constant repetitive hand movements while awake. Cognitive assessment in children with Rett syndrome is complicated, but we know that they understand far more than they can communicate to us, evidenced by their bright and attentive eyes, and their ability to express a wide spectrum of moods and emotions.

Our Mission

For 20 years, we have relentlessly pursued advanced and comprehensive research to transform the lives of all those affected by Rett syndrome. We are focused on delivering treatments and ultimately a cure for Rett syndrome while empowering families with the resources, connections and encouragement they need to thrive.

Join us for the CAC Root Beer Float Run on Saturday, June 13, 2026, and race to raise funds and inspire hope! All participants can celebrate their accomplishment with a complimentary root beer float after completing the course!

Location: Busse Woods Grove #27, 331 S Arlington Heights Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Race Time: 7:30 AM start time for 10K & 8:00AM start time for 5K

Course Maps: Click here!

Highlights:

• This is a family-friendly event! Kids and adults of all ages are welcome. All children can participate in the 50-yard dash, and registration for the 5K is open to kids through age 12 at discounted pricing. We recommend all kids 12 and under run with an adult.

• Strollers welcome! (Runners pushing strollers will be asked to start near the back.)

• This run is NOT a pet-friendly race. Our police department partners will have comfort dogs in attendance, so we ask that you keep furry friends at home for this race. Thank you for your understanding!

• 5K and 10K registration includes an event t-shirt and custom finisher medal. Register by Friday, May 23 to guarantee your size!

Sponsorship levels for local businesses start at $250! If you are interested in sponsoring or would like more information, please check out options here or contact mcolan@cachelps.org.

Join JOURNEYS | The Road Home for our 13th Annual 5K!

SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2026 | 8:30 AM

DEER GROVE EAST

1599 PEPPERTREE DR, PALATINE

More than just a race, the JOURNEYS 5k is a family fun event that benefits people facing homelessness and housing insecurity in the north and northwest suburbs of Cook County.

Dogs are welcomed as long as they are on a leash!

NOTE: Registrations after 06/01/26 are not guaranteed a shirt.