1 Huskie Circle, Machesney Park IL
Saturday, March 28th, 2026
👟 2nd Annual Footsteps for Families!
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Harlem High School, Machesney Park, IL 61115
5K Run/Walk, Kids Fun Run & Family Fun Day!
🚸 Take Steps to End Child Abuse!
This event serves as both an awareness and promotional opportunity for Safe Families for Children.
🏃♂️ 5K Run
- Timed Race: A timed race for runners of all ages and abilities.
- Awards: 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).
🚶♀️ Walk Non-Competitive
- Family Walk: Walk for families/participants.
👦 Kids Fun Run/Walk (100 meters, FREE)
- Fun Run: A fun run for children of all ages will be run on the safety of the Harlem HS track (100 meters).
- Participation: All participants will receive a medal and a small prize.
- Age Limit: 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
- Course: The 5k course will include the scenic Willow Creek Path.
- Traffic: There will be very few traffic crossings.
- Directions: Specific directions will be sent to every registrant.
- Restrictions: No inline skates or pets please!
🔗 More Details:
For more information, visit: Footsteps for Families Race Page.
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