5 events in McHenry, Illinois

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find 5k events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

• Miles for Smiles 5K [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, May 02, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  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...

  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+

  3.1 Miles 5k Run

  1012 N Green St, McHenry, Illinois, 60050, United States
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• McHenry Lakefront 5K & Kids Fun Run [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 7:45 AM

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  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...

  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.

  3.1 Miles 5k Fun Run Kids Run Trail Walk

  4300 Petersen Park Rd, McHenry, Illinois, 60050, United States
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• Moraine Hills Run for the Hills [friendsofmorainehillsstatepark.org] [Register at raceroster.com]
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  Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 7:30 AM

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  Moraine Hills

  Run For The Hills

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  Saturday, September 26, 2026

  Moraine Hills State Park

  Virtual Option

  September 1 through September 27, 2026

  Due to changes in the law, the price now includes all processing fees.

  5k 10k 21k Run Virtual Walk

  Moraine Hills State Park, 1510 South River Road, McHenry, Illinois, United States
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• McHenry Kiwanis Club's Turkey Trot 5K [runsignup.com]
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  Thu, Nov 26, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  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...

  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.

  www.mainstayfarm.org

  Alexander Leigh Center for Autism – Providing comprehensive, individualized education and therapies for children with autism.

  www.alcacenter.org

  Youth and Family Center of McHenry County – Empowering families and youth through resources, advocacy, and support services.

  www.yfc-mc.org

  We're raising funds to help each of these organizations continue their life-changing work. Join us in supporting our community!

  3.1 Miles 5k Run

  1012 N Green St, McHenry, Illinois, 60050, United States
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