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When
Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Where
270 N. Grove, Elgin IL
Distance
5K
Typical weather
49–65°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
46–66°F
dry
2024
51–71°F
dry
2023
40–58°F
dry
2022
46–69°F
dry
2021
68–77°F
dry
2020
54–75°F
dry
2019
54–71°F
rain
2018
52–73°F
rain
2017
55–61°F
rain
2016
48–70°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: El Trote De Las Calacas (Skeleton Trot)
- Date: October 10, 2026
- Location: 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin, IL 60120
- Start Time: 9 am
Race Details
- Certification: USTF-certified 5K race/walk
- Attendance: Over 1,000 attendees in 2025
- Themes: Celebrating Day of the Dead
- Activities: Music, food, dancing catrinas, performers, cultural marketplace and more
Participation
- Tradition: Be part of the celebration! Run with the Calacas!
- Hosts: Presented by the Gail Borden Public Library District Foundation and the U-46 Educational Foundation
- Community Impact: Supports two nonprofit organizations focused on children
- Mission: Combining cultural celebration with a powerful fundraising initiative
More Information
- Race URL: El Trote De Las Calacas
Course map
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