Chase the Elf 5k & 10k

Race Overview

Join us for the Inaugural Chase the Elf race on December 20th. This Christmas themed race benefits the Toy Box Connection Children's Charity.

Race Details

• Date: December 20th, 2025
• Location: 4000 W 155th St, Markham, IL
• Start Time: Both the 5k & 10k will start at 9:00 AM
• Course: The 10k will repeat the 5k course twice

How It Works

Each race (the 5k and the 10k) will have its own race elf. The elf will get a One minute thirty second head start. If you finish before the elf, you will win a special prize!

Awards & Categories

Each chip timed race will have awards for the Top 3 overall as well as the top 3 males and females in the following age groups:

• 14 & Under
• 15-19
• 20-24
• 25-29
• 30-34
• 35-39
• 40-44
• 45-49
• 50-54
• 55-59
• 60-64
• 65-69
• 70 & Older

Packet Pickup

Packet pickup will be held on Friday, December 19th as well as race morning starting at 7:30 AM. The Friday location will be announced at a later date.

Additional Information

• Gear Check: We will have a gear check. We request that you keep all valuables in a safe location.
• Awards: There will not be an awards ceremony. If you finish in the top 3 in your age group, please pick up your award before leaving the race site. WE WILL NOT MAIL AWARDS NOT PICKED UP.
• Results: Live results will be available online at www.ilpreptoptiming.com as well as this website.
• Shirts: A long sleeve shirt is included with your registration fee.

For the Kids!

Santa will be making a special visit to hear kids Christmas wishes. In addition, there will be a kids race for those 8 and younger.

Secret Santa

Anyone interested in participating in our secret Santa can bring a small (value of $10-$15) running related gift. Turn it in, wrapped, at packet pickup and you will get a special sticker on your bib to allow you to pick from the secret Santa pile after the race. First come, first serve. No exchanging of gifts after you have chosen one.

About Toy Box Connection

How Toy Box Connection Works
www.toyboxconnection.com

• Mission: There is a world of children that need toys/books. With your help we can change that.
• Operations: Accepting New & Used Toy/Book Donations, then connecting them to children in need.
• Organization: We are a children’s non-profit organization located here in the south suburbs.
• Funding: In order to operate we will need funding, thus, we continue to seek financial contributions.

Contributions on Race Day

While Toy Box Connection will never turn down any donated gifts, they request gift cards from Amazon or Target to help them purchase gifts that match their demand. If you do wish to donate, Legos are a great gift, as they are neither age nor gender restricted.