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Date:
Fri, Jan 01, 2027 at 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location:
4200 Vollmer Road
Cook County, Illinois
60461
United States
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6k Run Trail

New Year’s Day Resolution Run

Thursday, January 1st, 2026

6K Run (3.71 miles)

The 6th Annual Resolution Run takes place around the 6k loop of the Cook County Forest Preserve Vollmer Grove Trail and is a fantastic way to say goodbye 2026 and welcome 202 with new goals! This running event races through the trails on New Year’s Day, at a reasonable 11am. We welcome families and participants of all ages to come run or crawl their way to completing their first resolution! Bring warm layers of clothes, tie up your running shoes, and get ready to ‘run into’ 2027!

What is included with your race entry:

• A first-class running experience

• Chip-timing for accurate results.

• A totally set up and well-marked course.

• One-of-a-kind Prizes and Race Swag

• A free custom beanie hat to the first 100 registrants to commemorate your first fitness goal of the year!

Start Times: 11 am

Packet Pickup: Will take place on race day at the start area.

Course Type: Paved Trail

Stroller friendly? Yes

Dogs allowed? Yes

Transportation: Parking is available at the start area. There is an overflow lot available off Flossmoor Road, about 1 mile from the start. If you park at the Flossmoor Road Lot, make a left entering the trails. The Olympia Fields Metra station off the Metra Electric is approximately 2 Miles from the start area.

Awards: We will award medals to the top three overall finishers and the top three in the following age groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-69, & 70 +. Awards will be presented at approximately 12:15 pm.

Course time limit is 1:00 pm.

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