Busse Woods (Grove #32), Elk Grove Village IL
Saturday, September 26th, 2026
🎉 Join Us for a Fun-Filled Day!
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 8 a.m. at Busse Woods (Grove #32) for a great cause!
🥫 Support Our Food Pantry
The Christus Victor Lutheran Church Food Pantry supports over 60 families each week who come in to “shop” for free. In addition to offering nonperishable and perishable food items, we also offer personal care products and hats and gloves in the winter. This funds raised from this event will support our food pantry!
🎶 Community and Activities
- Family-friendly Event: This event is open to the community and will be a family-friendly event.
- Entertainment: There will be a DJ and a cookout with delicious food to follow!
- Children's Activities: In addition to a chip-timed 5K run or walk, there will be activities for the children and an untimed (free) children’s race.
- Food Donations: There will also be a box to collect food donations!
🎟️ Registration Details
- Registration Benefits: Registration for 5K participants includes a t-shirt.
- Purchase Option: Nonparticipants may purchase a t-shirt for an additional $8, added to their $17 registration.
- Family Discount: $100 for a family of four! Click "Sign Up" and scroll down to Multi-Person Pricing and select "Family of 4."
- Early Bird Pricing: Early Bird Pricing of $30 per person (instead of $35) is available through August 1.
📦 Packet Pick-Up Information
Packet pick-up will be offered:
- Xtra Mile Running: On Sep. 25 from 4-6 p.m. at 31 W. Schaumburg Rd., Schaumburg, IL 60194.
- Race Day: Morning of race day at Busse Woods (Grove #32), starting at 7 a.m.
🔗 Race Registration Link
For more information and to register, visit the official race page.
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