Spirits Run on the Rocks 5K - Waukegan
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Spirits on the Rocks 5K : Waukegan, Illinois
Spirits on the Rocks is a 5K event scheduled for May 16, 2026 in Waukegan, Illinois, with the start and finish at Green Town on the Rocks, located at 175 N. Harbor Pl. The course runs along the harbor and proceeds down Sheridan Road to Oakwood Cemetery.
The route passes through Waukegan’s historic district and includes Oakwood Cemetery, the resting place of early Illinois leaders, judges, mayors, and community trailblazers. The event supports a mission to highlight and preserve historic cemeteries across Illinois; participant involvement contributes to that effort.
Following the run, the finish area returns to Green Town on the Rocks for a lakefront gathering with drinks and music. Food is included for registered participants. A food truck will be on site offering additional items for purchase, and spectators are welcome to attend the lakefront activities. Post run drink specials will be available in a collectible cup.
Event items provided to participants include a Spirits Run collectible race bib and a custom county themed sticker, along with access to the lakefront after party. The description identifies the course as a waterfront route through Waukegan that connects local history with an on site celebration and hospitality offerings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
