Run for Tomorrow 5K - Elburn
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Run for Tomorrow 5K : Elburn, IL
Run for Tomorrow is a community fundraising event held on September 13, 2026 at Kaneland Blackberry Creek Elementary School, 1122 Anderson Road, Elburn, IL. The event features a 5K distance and benefits the Illinois Firefighter Peer Support group in recognition of Suicide Prevention Month. The event is presented by Elburn Professional Firefighter IAFF local 4749 and the Elburn & Countryside Fire Protection District.
Race operations use a disposable chip timing tag attached to the back of the race bib. Runners must wear bibs on the front of their clothing for accurate timing; the chip should not be bent. Organizers note that smart watches and smart phones can interfere with the timing chip and that disputes based on those devices will not be considered.
Participants receive a one-of-a-kind fire department race shirt; registration by August 31 guarantees a race shirt. All finishers receive a medal. A challenge coin is awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each of these age groups: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70 & older. Participant medals are only guaranteed for the first 200 runners.
Packet pick-up is handled at Elburn Fire Department Station 1, 200 E. Route 38, Elburn, IL. Parking is available in the main lot of the school and along nearby side streets. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
