When
Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Where
1 Huskie Circle, Machesney Park IL
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
🏃♂️ 2nd Annual Footsteps for Families!
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Harlem High School, Machesney Park, IL 61104
5K Run, 1 Mile Run, 1 Mile Walk, Kids Fun Run & Family Fun Day!
👣 Take Steps to End Child Abuse!
Take Steps to End Child Abuse, Keep Children Safe & Families Together!
🏆 5K Run
- Timed Race: A timed race for runners of all ages and abilities.
- Medals: Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age category (categories TBA).
- Monetary Prizes: Monetary prizes will be awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers. (1st $150, 2nd $100, 3rd $50).
🏁 1 Mile Competitive Race
- 1-Mile Run: 1-Mile Run for competitive individuals.
🚶♀️ 1 Mile Walk Non-Competitive
- Family Walk: 1 Mile Walk for families/participants.
👶 Kids Fun Run/Walk
- Kids Run: A fun run for children of all ages will be run on the safety of the Harlem HS track (100 meters).
- Prizes: All participants will receive a medal and a small prize.
- Age Requirement: Must be under 10 years old.
- Registration: MUST register and will receive a bib.
🎉 Family Fun Day
- Activities: Enjoy music, free food, games, activities, face painting, giveaways, and more!
ℹ️ Additional Information
- Scenic Course: The 5k course will include the scenic Willow Creek Path.
- Traffic Crossings: There will be very few traffic crossings.
- Directions: Specific directions will be sent to every registrant.
- Restrictions: No inline skates or pets please!
For more information, visit our race page.
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