Nik's Home Run 7K
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Nik's 7K Home Run and 1.5 Mile Walk at MercyHealth Sportscore Two
This event on October 10, 2026, combines running, walking and related activities at MercyHealth Sportscore Two in Loves Park, Illinois. It marks 15 years of the program and celebrates 500 granted wishes. The event is a fundraiser intended to support young adults aged 18 to 24 who are living with cancer, addressing a gap between pediatric programs and adult services.
Multiple participation options are offered, including:
- 7K run
- 1.5 mile walk
- 5K virtual race
- Youth run/walk category
- Memorial Garden sign option
Registration opens May 5, 2026, and registration deadlines vary by category through October 2, 2026. Fees vary by category and include paid and free options for youth. Virtual race packages will be shipped the week of October 16, 2026. Registration for in-person participants includes a T-shirt and a swag bag.
The event includes an indoor afterparty and Grammy's Auction following the activities. The description focuses on the event format, charitable purpose, participation choices, and included items for registrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
