When
Saturday, July 11th, 2026
Where
4300 Petersen Park Rd, Mchenry IL
Distance
5K
About this race
Event Overview
- Date: 2026-07-11
- Location: 4300 Petersen Park Rd, McHenry, IL
- URL: McHenry Lakefront 5K & Kids Fun Run
- Activities: Walk or run the annual McHenry Lakefront 5K, Kids Fun Run includes 50m (ages 3-5) & 100m (ages 6-8).
Race Details
- Course: Chip-timed and USATF certified course.
- Fee Includes: T-shirt (while supplies last).
- Awards: For top overall male & female finisher, along with 1st-3rd place age group male & female finishers.
- Check-in: From 7:00 am - 7:45 am.
Bib/Shirt Pickup
- Location: Available Friday from 12 pm - 6 pm at the McHenry Recreation Center, 3636 Municipal Drive, McHenry.
- Option: Day of the race pickup available.
5K Course
- Route: Leaves Petersen Park Beach and weaves along the Prairie Trail and through the Lakeland Park neighborhood.
- Terrain: Nice, shaded, flat race course!
Awards Information
5K Awards
- Overall: Award for top overall Male and Female.
- Medals: 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 in both the 50m and 100m.
- Participation: All participants receive a runner medal.
Course map
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