4 running, fun run, and walking events in McHenry, Illinois
From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running, fun run, and walking events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
McHenry
4 events in McHenry-
Sat, Mar 14, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Advanced Packet Pickup will be held at the McHenry Recreation Center, 3636 Municipal Dr, McHenry on Friday, from noon until 7:00 pm.
Same Day Pickup will be held in the East Campus Gymnasium from 6:30-7:45 am.
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Sat, May 02, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
This event will be serving two purposes: fund the NHS scholarships and raise money for the K9s 4 U Dog Rescue. Each year, NHS hosts an event to pay for our scholarships. It has been a huge success over the years and we've made it an annual event.
Packet Pickup
TBD
Registration
Registration includes shirt and packet, while supplies last. All registration will be online only. Please complete your registration prior to coming on site for pickup. Please note, the price will increase to $40 on race day.
Awards
Top 3 Males and Top 3 Females in each age group: 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
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Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 7:45 AMSee full details
Walk or run the annual McHenry Lakefront 5K! The Kids Fun Run includes a 50m (ages 3-5) & 100m (ages 6-8) race, so bring out the kids!
Course is chip-timed and USATF certified course. Fee includes t-shirt (while supplies last).
Awards for top overall male & female finisher, along with 1st-3rd place age group male & female finishers. Check-in from 7:00 am - 7:45 am.
Bib/Shirt Pickup - Available Friday from 12 pm - 6 pm at the McHenry Recreation Center, 3636 Municipal Drive, McHenry, or day of the race.
5K Course (all ages) - The course leaves Petersen Park Beach and weaves along the Prairie Trail and through the Lakeland Park neighborhood. Nice, shaded, flat race course!
5K Awards: Award for top overall Male and Female and Medals for Top 3 Male/Female in each category: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, etc to 70 & over
Kids Fun Run Awards: Medals for Top 3 for 50m and 100m. All participants receive a runner medal.
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Thu, Nov 26, 2026 at 8:00 AMSee full details
Can't wait for you to join us at the McHenry Turkey Trot Presented by Symphony Financial.
This year, we're giving back to our community! We’re proud to support three incredible local organizations that are making a real difference:
Main Stay Therapeutic Farm – Promoting healing and growth through animal-assisted therapy and programs.
Alexander Leigh Center for Autism – Providing comprehensive, individualized education and therapies for children with autism.
Youth and Family Center of McHenry County – Empowering families and youth through resources, advocacy, and support services.
We're raising funds to help each of these organizations continue their life-changing work. Join us in supporting our community!
Local Clubs & Organizations
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Club
USA Swimming Club. 67 members.
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