4300 Petersen Park Rd, McHenry IL
Saturday, July 11th, 2026
Event Overview
- Event Name: McHenry Lakefront 5K & Kids Fun Run
- Date: July 11, 2026
- Location: 4300 Petersen Park Rd, McHenry, IL
- Registration: Register Here
Race Details
- Description: Walk or run the annual McHenry Lakefront 5K! The Kids Fun Run includes a 50m (ages 3-5) & 100m (ages 6-8) race, so bring out the kids!
- Course: Chip-timed and USATF certified course.
- Registration Fee: Includes t-shirt (while supplies last).
- Awards: Top overall male & female finisher, along with 1st-3rd place age group male & female finishers.
Check-In Information
- Check-in Times: From 7:00 am - 7:45 am on race day.
- Bib/Shirt Pickup: Available Friday from 12 pm - 6 pm at the McHenry Recreation Center, 3636 Municipal Drive, McHenry, or on the day of the race.
5K Course
- Route: The course leaves Petersen Park Beach and weaves along the Prairie Trail and through the Lakeland Park neighborhood.
- Course Features: Nice, shaded, flat race course!
Awards Information
- 5K Awards: Award for top overall Male and Female and Medals for Top 3 Male/Female in each category: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, etc to 70 & over.
- Kids Fun Run Awards: Medals for Top 3 for 50m and 100m.
- Participation: All participants receive a runner medal.
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