Darien Dash

25th Annual Darien Dash - 1 Mile, 5k and 10k

Event Overview

Presented by the City of Darien and the Darien Business Alliance

Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026

Location: Darien Swim & Recreation Club, 1001 Hinsbrook Avenue, Darien, IL

Event Schedule

• 8:15 AM: FREE Kiddie Fun Run* (Ages 6 and under)
• 8:30 AM: 5k - $40 per entrant in advance/$45 on race day
• 8:30 AM: 10K - $50 per entrant in advance/$55 on race day
• 8:35 AM: 1 Mile - $30 per entrant in advance/$35 on race day

*No refunds will be given. In the case of inclement weather, the race will be delayed to a date TBA.

Awards

Awards for the top 3 in 1 Mile, 5k, & 10k Run - Award ceremonies will take place at the end of each race.

Race Experience

DJ music warm-up with FREE Kiddie Fun Run (ages 5 and under)

Along with a t-shirt, each registered, paid runner will also receive a complimentary swag bag!

Prohibited Items

• Pets: Not allowed on the race course.
• Bicycles: Not permitted during the race.
• Scooters: Not allowed on the course.
• Wheeled items: In-line skates, Roller skates, and any other wheeled items are prohibited.

Participants with baby strollers/joggers are required to be at the rear of any race start. No pets allowed on the race course.

Parking Information

Parking will be available at the DSRC lot (first come, first served), as well as street parking throughout the surrounding subdivision: DSRC & Subdivision Map

Community Support

This event is made possible through support of our partners and sponsors.

More Information

For further details, please visit the race website: Darien Dash Race Page