Northbrook
Walking Events Calendar near Northbrook 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Northbrook for 2026-2027! We've gathered 117 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
November 2026
Walkers can choose 5K or 8K courses starting in downtown Long Grove at 308 Old McHenry Rd, mostly on paved roads with water stations and a finish at the covered bridge.
The Grove Express includes a 5K run/walk starting at Main and Grove Streets in downtown Downers Grove and winds through the Village on a USATF certified course. Walkers should note parking will be in high demand and organizers encourage walking,..
Walkers can choose 2 Miles or 5 Miles routes starting at Harper College Health and Recreation Center, 1200 W. Algonquin Rd., Palatine, IL. The walks run alongside the running races as part of this family Thanksgiving Day event.
Walkers can use the 5K course beginning and ending at Jackman Park on a primarily flat, paved route through the tree lined streets of Glenview's Swainwood neighborhood. Packet pickup is at Hickey Hall with morning pickup at the Jackman Park gazeb..
Walkers follow a 5K course at South Middle School in Arlington Heights near 400 S HIGHLAND AVE, alongside the running races and a 5K wheelchair division. Entry is a $20 donation and proceeds benefit the Wheeling Township Food Pantry.
Walkers can do 5K or 13.1 Miles alongside the run at Ned Brown Meadow Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL; all finishers receive a medal and donut.
December 2026
Walkers can join the untimed 1 Mile walk starting at 220 West Campbell in Arlington Heights. The walking only event takes place alongside the running races and carries a $45.00 registration fee.
The walking only Stroll covers 1 mile through the streets of Uptown Park Ridge near 1500 Stewart Ave, running alongside the event's other races. Packets with tee shirts and Santa hats are distributed at Centennial Park on race day.
March 2027
Walkers can choose 5K or 8K routes from Bethlehem Lutheran Church in St Charles, Illinois, with virtual option and packet pickup.
May 2027
Walkers can use the half marathon or 10 km routes on a flat, out and back limestone surface along the western portion of the Great Western Trail, alongside running races.
Walkers can take part in a 5K walk in downtown St. Charles at Mount Saint Mary Park Route 31 at Prairie Street, with a virtual option available.
June 2027
Walkers can join the scenic 2K Fun Walk from 300 N Grove Ave along the Fox River Trail; the untimed walk includes an entry bib, event tee shirt and team and family discounts.
July 2027
Walkers can use the 5K from Warrenville Recreation Center via the Illinois Prairie Path and Warrenville Grove; a 1 Miler follows and no strollers bikes or dogs allowed.