Girls on the Run Northwest Illinois DeKalb 5K
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Girls on the Run Northwest Illinois DeKalb 5K
The DeKalb 5K is the end of season celebratory event for the Girls on the Run Northwest Illinois program. It is scheduled for May 22, 2027 at Hopkins Park in DeKalb, Illinois. The event centers on a community 5K distance and provides program participants a tangible sense of accomplishment at the season close.
The course distance is 5K (3.1 miles) and events are presented as a non competitive celebration. Every Girls on the Run participant who completes the course receives a commemorative finisher medal; adult buddies and other community participants receive a decorated race bib as a memento. Typical finish times range from about 25 minutes for the fastest participants to roughly 30 to 50 minutes for most finishers, and participants may walk, run, roll, push or skip at their own pace.
Community members and family may participate but must register separately. Online registration and same day registration fees are listed, and Girls on the Run participants are covered by their program registration. The event is accessible for people with disabilities and offers designated parking.
Volunteers support many roles including course marshals, running buddies, water stations and first aid. Volunteers appointed through the council are subject to background checks. Safety measures include race bibs for all participants, assignment of 5K Buddies, course monitoring and a council safety plan. The event also features decoration stations, photo booths, bingo and merchandise for sale. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
