Hot Cider Hustle - Wheaton
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Wheaton Hot Cider Hustle
The Wheaton Hot Cider Hustle takes place in Wheaton, Illinois on October 25, 2026. The event offers chip-timed road and trail running with a flat, fast course through Danada Forest Preserve on crushed limestone trails.
Distance options include:
- 5K
- 8 mile
Finish line provisions listed for participants include hot apple cider, caramel apples, and a 2026 finisher mug provided to every participant. Participants can choose event gear between a classic t-shirt or a premium thin-tec quarter zip. A 5K or 8 mile finisher medal is available as an add-on.
Awards are given to the top three men and top three women overall and in each age group for both distances. Age divisions begin at 10 and under and continue through 70 and older. Course time limits are specified for each distance.
Logistics include limited on-site parking at the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County address on Naperville Road in Naperville and off-site parking with shuttle bus service from two nearby lots. Packet options include having the packet mailed to the registrant for a fee, or picking up the packet prior to or on event morning. A virtual race category is offered and virtual gear is typically mailed one to four days before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
