Elwood Community Days 5k Run & Walk

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2026
The Elwood Community Days 5k Run & Walk on September 11 supports the Bradley Veerman Charity Fund, providing scholarships for future first responders. Run or walk in Lloyd Erickson Park, with awards and a community festival included. Your participation honors the legacy of service.
Fri 11 Sep 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Elwood Community Days 5k Run & Walk takes place on September 11, 2026. This event is hosted by the Bradley Veerman Charity Fund, a 501(C)3 not-for-profit organization. The proceeds support the fund, which raises money for EMS scholarships and donates to organizations dedicated to public service, public safety, and first responders in need.

Event Details

The event is held at Lloyd Erickson Park, located at 801 N Chicago Street in Elwood, Illinois. The race starts at the West Pavilion. A 75-minute cutoff time is in place to finish the race.

Awards for top finishers by age and gender are presented at the Main Community Days Pavilion. The event is held rain or shine, and no refunds are issued.

Registration and Fees

  • 5K Run & Walk

The registration price is $35. It increases to $40 for registrations on the day of the race. The standard registration period closes on September 10, 2026. Onsite registration is available on September 11 from 3:00 PM until 5:30 PM at the race location.

Registration includes entry to the Main Community Days Event and a beer ticket. A race shirt is not guaranteed for registrations after August 23, 2026, or for day-of-race registrations.

Additional Information

Packet pickup is available on September 10 at the Elwood Village Hall (401 E Mississippi Ave) from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Onsite packet pickup on race day is from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Any packets not picked up will be donated to charities.

Raffle tickets for prize baskets are sold at packet pickup and on race day. Extra shirts may also be available for purchase at the main pavilion. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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5k Run
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5k Walk