2026 Lemons of Love Pink Lemonade 5K Run/Walk

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 [email protected].

Come “Rock ‘n’ Run” with us to raise funds for Music for the Ages AND Cardio Kidz, two local non-profit organizations in the community with aligned missions!

Music for the Ages conducts intergenerational music events at senior living homes for seniors and young children.

Cardio Kidz supports the physical, social, and emotional growth of children, of all abilities, in a positive community-focused athletic environment.

Both organizations promote positivity, kindness, inclusivity and social-emotional health! Help us raise awareness and generate funds that will support both of these incredible and inspiring missions!

How it works? Participants (Kids ages 1-6) pick a goal they are committed to raise. You can create your own message or use ours to share with grandparents, aunts/uncles, neighbors etc. Kids will receive prizes based on their fundraising level!

Fundraising fee includes: The child's entry fee for the "Rock 'n' Run" activities, a free vanilla or chocolate soft-serve ice cream cup with sprinkles from Family Ice Cream Truck, prizes (vary based on level) and a concert by the one and only Miss Jamie on the Farm (a local music celeb with the littles)!

Multiple kids ages 1-6 who would like to participate? Please register them individually so they each have their own fundraising goal and link and get to enjoy the program fully. Adults and older siblings watching are no charge.

We are so excited for our very first fundraiser and can't wait to have you be a part of it!!

Race Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Join us for a 5K Run, 1 Mile Walk and Kids Dash on the main runways and taxiways at Chicago Executive Airport in Wheeling, Illinois. The 5K course is USATF Certified, and chip timed. Hang out after your event for podium awards, music, food, giveaways and kids' activities. Plus keep an eye out for princess and superhero guest appearances through the morning!

Strollers and wagons are welcome. No pets are allowed.

In case of inclement weather, a cancellation call will be made by 8:30AM on event day. This is a fundraising event with proceeds benefiting local aviation scholarships. As a result, no refunds will be issued, and the event will not be rescheduled.

Thank you for your support!

Cardio Kidz is BACK this summer in Arlington Heights! Last summer we hit a record high number of 184 runners; help us grow past 200! Join us for a three (3) week running series for kids ages 2-14 of ALL ABILITIES. Each race takes place once a week on Sunday and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 100-yard dashes, 1/4-mile, 1/2-mile and 1-mile run. Kids can register to run UP in distance for a greater challenge. An Alternate 1/4-mile race is available for 2nd-8th graders who are looking for a shorter race. And that's OK! We hope they will give it a try and will encourage them every step of the way!

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 focus on a word of affirmation 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!

Pricing: $35 registration fee includes: Three (3) Weeks of Races, three (3) Race Bibs, Cardio Kidz Swag, Goal Tracker Sheet, Weekly Progress Report and Finisher Medal.

$5 Sibling Discount. Registration is non-refundable.

Rain Date: August 2nd

Ho Ho Ho,

Oh What Fun it is to Run in the Sun (and Shade)

and Earn Some Chillin' Summer Xmas Swag!

Christmas In July Highly Recommended Early Packet Pickup

• Friday July 17, 2026 - 2:00-4:00pm Early Packet Pickup. We'll do it near the Start/Finish line at Busse Forest (Busse Forest - Busse Lake Boating Center Picnic Grove #25

Elk Grove Village, IL US 60007) Look for the White Fun-Races Trailer.

Jingle Jolly Saturday Schedule July 18, 2026

• 6:00am - 6:45am Packet Pickup/Check-In Opens - Half Marathon

• 7:00am Half Marathon Starts

• 7:00am - 7:45am Packet Pickup/Check-In Opens - 5K

• 8:00am 5K Starts

• 8:20am Post Race Christmas Party Begins!!!