Mark Bancroft Memorial Run
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Mark Bancroft Memorial Run
The Mark Bancroft Memorial Run is scheduled for October 3, 2026 at Waubonsie Lake Park, Kautz Road, Aurora, Illinois. The event offers an in-person 5K run/walk and a separate 100 yard youth dash for children age 8 and under. The event is presented by the Knights of Columbus council and lists proceeds benefiting several charities.
All registered 5K participants receive one race shirt and access to a BBQ cookout. Youth dash participants receive a finisher medal and BBQ lunch. Additional meal tickets and extra race shirts are available for purchase.
Registration pricing listed on the event page includes separate adult and minor rates for the 5K, a free entry category for the 100 yard youth dash, plus optional items such as extra meal tickets and additional shirts. Virtual participation is available: virtual entrants may complete their distance by October 3, 2026 on a course of their choice and submit results via the event’s virtual tracking options. The event description includes guidance for tracking and posting virtual results to the event results system.
The event page also provides past results and fundraising features, and highlights fundraising teams as an option to support participating causes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
