Scarecrow Scramble

OCT
3
2026
Join the Scarecrow Scramble in Lisle for a family friendly 5K plus youth and tot runs with costumes encouraged and post race food and brews. Race proceeds benefit local scholarships and teen programs.
Sat 3 Oct 2026
5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Scarecrow Scramble takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in Lisle, Illinois (1825 Short Street, Lisle, IL 60532). The event includes the following races:

  • 5K
  • Youth Run (open to ages 4 - 11)
  • Tot Dash (open to ages 2 - 4)

Proceeds benefit the Lisle Partners for Parks Foundation Scholarship Fund and the Lisle Teens with Character Program.

Logistics and participant information

Participants must register online; race day registration is available both in-person and online. All registration fees are final and non-refundable. Every participant must sign a waiver at registration. Race bib and shirt pick up is available the Friday before the race at the Lisle Recreation Center and on race day at the band shell.

General rules: costumes are encouraged, no pets are allowed on the course, and strollers are permitted only for participants who walk the 5K and will be placed at the end of the line. Tot Dash and Youth Run finishers receive a ribbon. Any child age 11 and under who has paid for a 5K registration may also participate in the Youth Run at no extra cost; only one shirt will be provided per paid 5K registration.

Post-race: participants receive one food ticket and one beverage ticket. Food will be provided by Boss Dawgz of Lisle; beer will be provided by Bubblehouse Brewing Company for participants 21 and older. 5K awards include trophies for top overall and top masters 40+, and medals for 1st–3rd in listed age groups. Results are posted during the evening on ItsRaceTime.com and opt-in participants may receive a text with their time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k - in Person
Youth Run
Tot Dash

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