In Memory Of Our Fallen Heroes, Elwood Community Days 5k Run & Walk 2026

Event Information

Join us for the Elwood Community Days 5k Run & Walk on Friday, September 11 at 6:00 pm.

Registration Details

• Open Until: Registration is now open until Thursday, September 10, 2026.
• Onsite Registration: Opens Friday, September 11 at 3:00 until 5:30 PM at the race location.
• Inclusions: Entry to the Main Community Days Event and 1 beer ticket will be included, over a $10.00 value.
• Shirt Orders: Will be placed on 8/23/26: registrations after that will not be guaranteed a shirt.

Race Day Information

• Start Point: Race event will start at the West Pavillon. Look for J3Timing set up and 5K parking arrows.
• Cut Off Time: There will be a 75-minute cut off time to finish the race.
• Awards Ceremony: Awards will be given out promptly at 8:00 PM at the Main Community Days Pavilion.
• Onsite Registration Fee: Increases to $40.00 with no guarantee of a race shirt.

Packet Pickup

• Pickup Location: Thursday, September 10, from 11:00 AM-5:30 PM at the Elwood Village Hall, located at 401 E Mississippi Ave, Elwood, IL, 60421.
• Onsite Pickup: The day of the race from 3:00 PM-5:30 PM.
• Unpicked Packets: All packets not picked up will be donated to charities unless otherwise arranged.
• Extra Shirts: You may purchase extra shirts for family and friends this year! Order here.

Charity Information

Bradley Veerman Charity Fund is hosting the Elwood Community Days 5K Run & Walk. Proceeds from this event will support the Bradley Veerman Charity Fund, a 501(C) 3 not-for-profit. This fund aims to raise money for EMS scholarships and donate to other not-for-profit organizations dedicated to public service, public safety, and first responders in need.

Honoring Our Heroes

This year’s race is a solemn observance as we mark 25 years since the events of September 11, 2001. We gather to honor the "spirit of the first responder" that Bradley embodied every day. His career was rooted in selflessness, aiming to protect and serve.

Registration Purpose

Your registration fee directly funds the next generation of responders, ensuring that the promise to "Never Forget" is backed by the action of "Always Supporting" those who step up to serve today.

In Memory of Bradley

The 25th anniversary reminds us of the continuing need for brave, well-trained first responders. By participating, you honor every man and woman who has answered the call over the last quarter-century.

Quote

“We don't just remember the heroes of the past: we invest in the heroes of the future.”

Spirit of Service

Even though Bradley has completed his task here on earth, his spirit to protect and help others lives on in all of us. Please help keep his spirit of service and giving alive.

Donations

If you are unable to join us but would like to donate to the Bradley Veerman Charity Fund, you may do so at this link.