Run the Runway - Wheeling
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Run the Runway at Chicago Executive Airport : event overview
Run the Runway at Chicago Executive Airport takes place on June 27, 2026 in Wheeling, Illinois. The event program includes these options:
- 5K Run
- 1 Mile Walk
- Kids Dash (open to ages 2 - 9)
- Virtual
The 5K course is USATF certified and chip timed. The event coincides with the airport's 100th anniversary in 2026.
Logistics and additional information
Packet pickup is available on multiple dates at 1020 S Plant Rd, Wheeling, IL. Parking is located off site only. Strollers and wagons are allowed on course; pets are not permitted. The event features podium awards, music, food, giveaways and kids' activities, including planned princess and superhero appearances. Proceeds benefit local aviation scholarships. This is a fundraising event; no refunds will be issued and the event will not be rescheduled in the case of cancellation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
