The Nick Teddy 5k Presented By Tug Fest-Illinois

The Nick Teddy 5k Presented By Tug Fest-Illinois

Event Date

• Date: 2026-08-15
• Location: Start/Finish Line will be on the South end of Main Street near Happy Pawz Playground, Port Byron, IL

Race Description

• Memory: Join us as we race in memory of our own Nick Strub of Port Byron! Nick fought pediatric bone cancer, Ewing’s sarcoma, for over 5 years until he died in 2011. He was 29 years old.
• Events: Come run and play with us as we celebrate his life! We will have our signature 5k run/walk, and the always-a-blast Teddy Trot for the littles.
• Prizes: Prizes for the overall men’s and women’s runners will be awarded.
• Age Groups: 5K Age Groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.

Post-Race Activities

• Event: After the races, wander and wonder at the awesomeness that is Tug Fest-IL.
• Drink Vouchers: Adult entries will include 2 FREE drink vouchers for the adults.

Charity Benefit

• Proceeds: Nick Teddy Foundation proceeds from the event benefit research specific to Ewing’s sarcoma.
• Support: Additionally, funds are reserved to support QCA Ewing’s sarcoma survivors and their families as needed.
• Community: We currently support/follow 15 local families.
• Thanks: Many thanks to Tug Fest-IL and the Riverdale High School Cross Country teams for continuing support for this beloved Port Byron tradition!

Registration Link

• Sign Up: For more information and to register, visit The Nick Teddy 5k race page.