Darien Dash

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

25th Annual Darien Dash - 1 Mile, 5k and 10k
Presented by the City of Darien and the Darien Business Alliance

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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

*Race course closes just prior to final award ceremony.

Awards and Prizes

• Awards: for the top 3 in 1 Mile, 5k, & 10k Run
• Ceremonies: Award ceremonies will take place at the end of each race.
• Warm-Up: DJ music warm-up with FREE Kiddie Fun Run (ages 5 and under)
• Complimentary: Each registered, paid runner will also receive a complimentary swag bag!

🚫 Prohibited Items

Please note the following items are prohibited:

• Pets
• Bicycles
• Scooters
• In-line skates
• Roller skates
• Any other wheeled items

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

🤝 Event Support

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

🔗 More Information

For further details, visit the official race page: Darien Dash Race Page