Scarecrow Scramble
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Event Overview
The Scarecrow Scramble takes place on Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Lisle, Illinois. The event includes a 5K run/walk, a Youth Run for ages 4 to 11, and a Tot Dash for ages 2 to 4.
Event Details
Proceeds benefit the Lisle Partners for Parks Foundation Scholarship Fund and the Lisle Teens with Character Program, supporting recreation scholarships. Participants receive one food and one beverage ticket, with alcohol tickets for those 21 and over. Food is provided by Boss Dawgz of Lisle, offering all-beef hot dogs and a vegetarian portobello mushroom option with Chicago-style toppings. Bubblehouse Brewing Company provides post-race beer.
Rules and Logistics
Costumes are encouraged but not required. Pets are not allowed on the course. Strollers are permitted only for walkers in the 5K, who will start at the back. All registration fees are final and non-refundable. Online registration is required; no in-person or mail-in registration is offered. Race day registration is available in-person and online until 6:30 PM. Race bib and shirt pickup is available the Friday before the event at the Lisle Recreation Center and on race day. Registering by September 14, 2025, guarantees a race shirt (Tot Dash participants do not receive a shirt).
Awards
For the 5K, trophies are awarded to the top male/female overall and top male/female masters (40+). Medals are awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male/female in standard age groups. All Youth Run and Tot Dash participants receive a ribbon upon finishing. The 5K award ceremony is held after the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
