Margarita Mayhem 5K
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Margarita Mayhem 5K (Chicago Area)
Margarita Mayhem is scheduled for July 17, 2026, at Busse Forest - Busse Lake Boating Center Picnic Grove #25 in Elk Grove, Illinois. The event offers a timed run option and a festival-style non-running option at the same location.
Distances:
- 3.1 Miles Live Margarita 5K (chipped timed)
- 0.0K - I'll Drink While You Run (No 5K) festival option
Registration details are provided for each entry type. Live Margarita 5K registration opened April 6, 2026 and closed April 18, 2026 with a listed fee of $25.99. The 0.0K festival option registration opened April 1, 2026 and closed July 17, 2026 with a listed fee of $15.99.
An early packet pickup option is offered on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at Xtra Mile running Store, 31 W Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60194, with stated pickup hours.
Live 5K registration includes a finisher's medal, a bib, two margarita drinks, chip timing, overall and age-group medals, snacks, live music with a DJ, and a Margarita Mayhem backdrop for photos. The event description notes beverage service including margarita options and other drinks at the site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
