Outrun the Cops 5K - Gurnee
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14th Annual Outrun the Cops 5K Run/Walk - Gurnee, IL
The event takes place on June 27, 2026 at the Gurnee Police Department, 100 N. O'Plaine Road, Gurnee, IL. The course begins and ends at the police department and follows the Des Plaines River Trail for the majority of the route. The trail surface is crushed limestone. Aid stations along the trail provide water and sports drinks; additional water, sports drinks, and snacks are available at the finish area.
Distances offered:
- Adult 5K (3.11 Miles)
- Adult 10K (6.22 Miles)
- 5K Youth
- 10K Youth
Registration information includes an online registration cutoff at midnight on June 24 and in-person packet pick-up and registration at the Gurnee Police Department on Thursday, June 25 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM and Friday, June 26 from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Race day packet availability is also provided.
Fees listed include a $45 registration for the 5K Walk/Run and $55 for the 10K; T shirts are included if registered by June 1. Children 10 and under join free with a paid adult registration. Medals are awarded to the top three males and top three females within specified age groups. The event is organized by the Gurnee Fraternal Order of Police Social Lodge #266 with proceeds benefiting the Lake County Children’s Advocacy Center and other local charities.
Additional notes: police officers from the area participate and line up at the rear of the field, costumes are permitted, strollers are welcome but must start in the rear, and free parking is available at the Warren High School O'Plaine Campus. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
