5 running events in Elgin, Illinois

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

• Marklund 5k [marklund.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sun, Apr 26, 2026 at 12:30 AM

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  3.1 Miles 5k Run

  1435 Summit Street, Elgin, Illinois, 60120, United States
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• Family Service Association 5k [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, May 16, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Join us for our 3nd annual 5k at the scenic Fox Valley Trail to run, walk, or stroll in supporting mental health in our community!

  3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail Walk

  400 N Grove Ave, Elgin, Illinois, 60120, United States
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• Elgin Valley Fox Trot [elginfoxtrot.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sun, May 31, 2026 at 7:30 AM

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  The Elgin Valley Fox Trot 10 Mile and 5K races will take place in Elgin on May 31, 2026. This will be the 49th consecutive Elgin Valley Fox Trot which makes it one of the longest running and most...

  The Elgin Valley Fox Trot 10 Mile and 5K races will take place in Elgin on May 31, 2026. This will be the 49th consecutive Elgin Valley Fox Trot which makes it one of the longest running and most popular running events in the region. The event will include a 10-Mile and 5K race with both featuring scenic USATF certified courses. New for 2026 will be a 2K Fun Walk.

  There will also be a great postrace party which includes the awards presentation, an expo by our sponsors, music, dancing, free beer for all drinking age runners, great treats for the kids, and food trucks for the spectators and runners. Everyone will want to stick around after the race and join in the fun.”

  The races will benefit ten area non-profits whose members will be on hand as volunteers providing a fun, safe race for all participants.

  2k 5k 10 Miles Run Walk

  400 N Grove Ave, Elgin, Illinois, 60120, United States
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• Big Timber XC Challenge [blog.dickpondathletics.com] [Register at raceroster.com]
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  Sun, Nov 08, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  Big Timber

  XC Challenge

  Sunday, November 8, 2026

  The 2026 Dick Pond Athletics Darn Tough Trail Series has endured the early spring chill at Chauncy’s 4 At The Farm in April, overcome the challenging...

  Big Timber

  XC Challenge

  Sunday, November 8, 2026

  The 2026 Dick Pond Athletics Darn Tough Trail Series has endured the early spring chill at Chauncy’s 4 At The Farm in April, overcome the challenging hills of Hickory Knolls in June and powered through the single-track trails in the heat at the Summer Trail Classic in August.

  It is now time to finish the year with an autumnal romp through the woods - and the creek! - at the 8th ANNUAL BIG TIMBER XC CHALLENGE!

  You can choose to participate in either the 3-mile Run & Walk (one loop of the course) or the 5-mile Run (two loops). The course consists of grass, gravel, dirt, possibly some mud, and, of course, the beloved creek crossing around and through a natural wooded area. All registered participants receive a shirt and pancake breakfast.

  There is also a Kids Fun Run, allowing youngsters 10 years and younger to join in the fun. The Kids Fun Run is on grass and does NOT cross the creek.

  This event is sponsored by Dick Pond Athletics, Saucony and Pollyanna Brewing. Proceeds from this event will support the Boy Scouts of America Three Fires Council and the Boys & Girls Club of Elgin.

  Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026 (rain/snow or shine, warm or cold)

  Location: Camp Big Timber (CBT), Big Timber Rd at Tyrrell Rd, Elgin (approximately 1 mile south of I-90 and 0.5 miles west of Randall Road)

  Parking: Parking at Camp Big Timber (CBT) is limited. CARPOOLING with others is encouraged.

  Distances: Approximately 3 and 5 Miles

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  All proceeds from the race will benefit

  Boy Scouts of America Three Fires Council

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  Fun Run Gravel Run Trail Walk

  camp big timber three fires council bsa, 7826 Big Timber Road, Elgin, Illinois, United States
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