Christmas in July Half Marathon
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Christmas in July Half Marathon and 5K - Elk Grove Village, IL
The Christmas in July Half Marathon and 5K takes place on July 18, 2026, at Busse Forest - Busse Lake Boating Center Picnic Grove #25 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. The event is held in the Busse Woods Forest Preserve and includes live race options.
Distances
- 13.1 miles Live Half Marathon
- 5K Live 5K
Early packet pickup is scheduled for Friday, July 17, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM near the start/finish area; look for the white Fun-Races trailer. Race-day packet pickup and check-in open the morning of the event for each race. A post-race Christmas party follows the 5K.
Listed entry fees are $69.99 for the half marathon and $35.99 for the 5K; those prices are shown with earlier discount periods noted through April 3, 2026. Course maps and additional race information are provided for both the half marathon and the 5K. The organizer advertises summer-themed swag and a finisher's medal that includes blinking lights.
The event description also notes a team referral program. When a team reaches five participants, the first four team members receive $5 cash back and the fifth and subsequent members receive a $5 discount on their race fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
