Governors State University Jaguar 5K
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Governors State University Jaguar 5K
The Governors State University Jaguar 5K takes place on October 25, 2026 at Governors State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park, Illinois. The event program includes a chip-timed 5k run, a 5k walk, and a 1-mile walk. Registration opens on February 14, 2026 and closes on October 24, 2026. The listed registration fee is $35.00.
Event offerings include a race day T-shirt and snacks for participants, awards and a ceremony for 5k top finishers, a warm-up activity led by the university's Physical Therapy team, a lineup of area food trucks, a free kids dash, all-day music, free yoga, and club and kinesiology activities. A course map is provided by the organizers.
The day also features check-in and on-site registration, a warm-up and stretch session with the Physical Therapy team, a kids dash, a raffle drawing that requires presence to win, an age group award ceremony, and yoga at the bell tower. Photo opportunities with the event mascot are part of the schedule.
Distances: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 5k Run - 3.1 Miles
- 5k Walk - 3.1 Miles
- 1 Mile Walk - 1 Mile
