Batavia United Way Bat Race 5K & 10K

🎉 Event Announcement

Batavia United Way is pleased to announce the 13th annual Bat Race 5K/10K on October 24, 2026, beginning at River and State Street in downtown Batavia at 8:15 a.m. This chip-timed event along the beautiful Fox River Bike Path has drawn runners and walkers to our lovely town from 30 surrounding zip codes for 10 years.

🏃‍♂️ Race Details

• Date: October 24, 2026
• Location: 31 North River Street, Batavia, IL
• Start Time: 8:15 a.m.
• Distance Options: 5K, 10K, and Kids Fun Run

🏆 Awards and Medals

Race awards will be given for the top three finishers male and female for 5K and 10K. All participants will receive a finishing medal.

📦 Packet Pick-up

• When: Wednesday & Thursday from 4-7 p.m.
• Location: Pal Joey's, 31 N. River St. Batavia
• Incentive: Show your bib to get 10% off your food bill from Wednesday through Saturday!
• Morning Pick-up: Starting at 7 a.m. on race day at Pal Joey's

🎃 Race Day Fun

Race day brings all sorts of fun! The following will be available for purchase: The fabulous Bloody Mary bar at Pal Joey's, cider donuts, breakfast burritos, and more!

👻 Costume Contest

What's a Halloween-themed race without costumes?! We encourage (but do not require) you to wear costumes. We will be awarding prizes in various categories (e.g., Best Group Costume, Best Duo Costume, Best Adult Male Costume, Best Adult Female Costume, Best Child Costume) for those who want to participate in the costume contest. You can register at the information booth the morning of the race to be eligible for prizes.

❤️ Community Support

Without supporters like you, we would not be able to provide assistance to over 20 local agencies or run the in-house programs such as our Success-by-6 preschool scholarships, Dolly Parton Imagination Library, Adopt-A-Family holiday program, and more. Thank you and enjoy the festivities!

With gratitude, The Batavia United Way Race Committee

For more information, visit: Batavia United Way Bat Race