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Sunday, October 25th, 2026
1 University Parkway, University Park IL
5K · 1 Mile
43–58°F · some rain risk
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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. And this year, we’re turning up the excitement with features for every age and fitness level!
🎉 WHAT'S IN STORE?
- RACE DAY T-SHIRT: All participants will receive a custom shirt & snacks. Register early to secure your shirt size!
- CHIP-TIMED RACE: Awards & Ceremony for 5K top finishers!
- WARM-UP ACTIVITY: Led by GovState's Physical Therapy team!
- FAVORITE: Area food trucks: Full line up coming soon!
FREE Kids Dash and other fun activities. ALL-DAY MUSIC, FREE Yoga, Kinesiology, club events and more!
Don't miss a race day photo with Jax the Jaguar!
📅 EVENT DETAILS
DATE: October 25th, 2026
WHERE: Governors State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park, IL
🎶 WHAT'S HAPPENING
- 9:00am: Check In and On Site Registration
- 9:45am: Warm Up & Stretch with the Physical Therapy Team
- 10:00am: Official Start
- 11:00am: KIDS Dash
11:10am: RAFFLE PRIZE Drawing (must be present to win)
11:15am: Age Group Award Ceremony
11:30am: Yoga at the Bell Tower
🗺️ COURSE MAP
🤝 BECOME A SPONSOR
Contact Veronica Blair at jaguar5k@govst.edu
For more information, visit the race URL: Governors State University Annual Jaguar 5K
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