ERC John Hennelly Public Cross Country Races

🏃‍♂️ Welcome to the ERC John Hennelly Public Cross Country Races

Evanston Running Club welcomes you to the ERC John Hennelly Public Cross Country Races at Lovelace Park in Evanston IL Sunday October 26, 2025. Online registration is available to the first 200 entrants through Friday October 24th.

🕗 Race Schedule

• Start Times: Races are held at 8:30AM, 9:30AM, and 10:30AM.
• Course: The three-lap, 3.5-mile course is rich with hills, open fields, and challenging terrain.

💰 Early-Bird Entry Fees

• Adults: $20
• Runners Ages 14 and Under: $15
• Families of Three or More: $55

🌟 Donations and Proceeds

• Donations: Are gratefully accepted and go directly toward race day operating expenses.
• Regenerative Funds: Any race proceeds above $2750 are regeneratively allocated to funding a future public XC event.

🌦️ Race Conditions

• Weather: Cross Country races let runners compete on natural terrain in unpredictable fall weather conditions as teams or individuals.
• Past Success: The club’s 2022 Canal Shores XC event was a big success and hosted competitors from all over the Chicago area as well as from out of state.
• Team Participation: Running crews, club, and school teams, along with runners of all ages are invited to form teams of 3 or more runners. Team size is unlimited.

⚠️ Event Policy

• Rain or Shine: Races are held rain or shine.
• Lightning Safety: In the event of lightning, the course will be closed.
• No Refunds: No refunds will be given.
• Race Day Entries: Although discouraged, race day entries are $30 for all ages.

📞 Contact Information

For more information contact Jim Potts 312-405-6330: jimpotts2112@gmail.com.

🔗 Race Registration

Register Here