Hillstriders March Madness Half Marathon

Hillstriders March Madness Half Marathon

& Inaugural 10K
Registration

RACE DAY IS MARCH 14th 2027

Race Start Time is 8:35am

Runner Information

You must be able to complete the March Madness half marathon in 3.5 hours or less.

Race numbers are required to participate – no bandits please.

All participants must sign the waiver!

You must be in good health and physically prepared to participate

You must show photo ID to receive your race number and timing tag.

Coaches, baby-joggers, bikes, dogs, in-line skates, skateboards or dogs will not be allowed on the course.

If you attempt to sell your race number, you may be banned from future racing.

Please Review the FAQ before completing the registration form.

Event Location

The 2027 March Madness Half Marathon Event will be held at

Cary-Grove high School.

2208 Three oaks Road

Cary, IL. 60013

The 2027 Pre and Post Race Event will be on held indoors in the CGHS gym

There is NO alternate race date, We will run Rain or Shine. In case of inclement weather, COVID pandemic regulations , or any other safety issue, the Hillstriders Running club reserves the right to cancel/alter/modify the race/course for safety concerns. If the participant is not able to participate due to injury or health issues, our standard policy is no refunds or deferrals.

Packet pickup

Packet pickup options:

Saturday March 13th - 10am to 4pm - Running Depot in Crystal Lake

Sunday March 14th - 6:30am to 8:00am - Cary-Grove High School Gym

Scholarship Fund (Fundraiser)

In 2026, the Hillstriders Running Club awarded $15,000 in scholarship money to graduating seniors from McHenry County high schools in memory of Fritz Kauffman. A portion of the fees that are collected are used to fund the scholarship program, any donations above the race fee will directly fund the Scholarship program.

VIP Entries

There will be an VIP option open during registration.

VIP Runners will receive a parking pass for dedicated parking area, complimentary coffee and private restrooms.

The fees from VIP entries will directly fund the Distance Scholarship program.

Course

The March Madness Half Marathon Course is a USATF certified course: IL-23027-NM. Water and Gatorade will be provided at 2.5 mile intervals and at the finish line. Finish line clock time will be on display for all runners. Washrooms will be on the course at 3, 5 and 9 miles. Strollers, bikes, roller blades and dogs are not allowed on the course. Course will close promptly at 11:35 AM.

Directions

Cary is located on US Rt. 14 approximately 50 miles northwest of downtown Chicago. Take US Rt. 14 west to First Street, North on First St. to Three Oaks Road. Cary-Grove High School. 2208 Three Oaks Road, Cary IL 60013

Each race participant will receive a Race Premium shirt ( Limited Sizing available)

All Finishers will receive custom March Madness Half Marathon Medal based on the 2026 Art Scholarship winner

Awards ceremony will occur at approximately 11am*

Overall Male and Female Winners will be awarded

Post event refreshments will be available at the finish area.

*Awards must be picked up on day of event.

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Team Awards will be given to teams of 4 or more in two categories

1. Fastest overall Time

2. Most participation

Awards do not have any monetary value, Team or team representative must be present at awards ceremony to receive award. Race director has final decision on awards given.

Cary-Grove High School. 2208 Three Oaks Road, Cary IL 60013

Sept 1 - Nov 30th	$75	Plus registration service fees
Dec 1 - Jan30th	$80	Plus registration service fees
Feb 1 - Feb 28	$85	Plus registration service fees
Mar 1 - Race Day	$90	Plus registration service fees

Sept 1 - Jan 30th	$150	Plus registration service fees
Feb 1 - Race Day	$160	Plus registration service fees

Oct 1 - Nov 30th	$55	Plus registration service fees
Dec 1 - Jan30th	$60	Plus registration service fees
Feb 1 - Feb 28	$65	Plus registration service fees
Mar 1 - Race Day	$70	Plus registration service fees ​