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Sunday, October 25th, 2026
1 University Parkway, University Park IL
5K · 1 Mile
43–58°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
33–54°F
dry
2024
49–66°F
rain
2023
59–69°F
rain
2022
50–69°F
rain
2021
45–51°F
rain
2020
40–48°F
dry
2019
36–50°F
dry
2018
36–50°F
dry
2017
37–51°F
dry
2016
40–53°F
dry
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About this race
Join GovState's Annual Jaguar 5K!
Lace up and get ready for an unforgettable, chip-timed adventure through the scenic campus of Governors State University! Whether you’re running or walking, this is your chance to be part of something special.
Don’t miss your chance to join friends and family at the 2026 GovState Jaguar 5K for a fun-filled day of fitness, music, food, and giveaways!
Pick up fun swag, enjoy the music, visit our event sponsors, club tables, kids events, and enjoy tasty treats from our favorite food truck vendors! YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES :
5K Run, Walk or Roll — Chip-timed run or race at your pace!
1-Mile Walk — a great option for all fitness levels
FREE Custom Jaguar 5K T-Shirt, finisher and award medals
FREE Fitness Class — get moving with a instructor-led workout by Cross-fit Chicago Heights
FREE Yoga Session — stretch, relax and recharge (free yoga mats, while supplies last)
FREE Giveaways & Swag
FREE Snacks & Refreshments
FREE Kids Dash (kids ages 10 & under can compete for finisher medals!
DJ & live music, food trucks by Uptown Eats, activities and plenty Jaguar spirit!
New this year: Enjoy the performance from the Suburban Youth Orchestra
FREE Fitness and Nutrition class from CrossFit Chicago Heights
WHAT'S HAPPENING
DATE: October 25th, 2026
WHERE: MAIN ENTRANCE at Governors State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park, IL
9:00am Check In and On Site Registration
Kinesiology from the Occupational Therapy Team
9:15am CrossFit Chicago Heights Fitness & Nutrition Class
9:45am Warm Up & Stretch with the Physical Therapy Team
10:00am Official Start
11:00am KIDS Dash (FREE for those age 10 and under)
11:10am RAFFLE PRIZE Drawing (must be registered & be present to win)
11:15am Age Group Award Ceremony
11:30am Yoga at the Bell Tower
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BECOME A SPONSOR, contact Veronica Blair at [email protected]
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