Plainfield
Walking Events Calendar near Plainfield 2026-2027
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Explore the top walking events near Plainfield for 2026-2027! We've gathered 82 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
October 2026
Walkers can choose 5K or 8 mile routes through Danada Forest Preserve near Wheaton on crushed limestone trails. Onsite parking is limited with shuttle service, water stations along the course and a gear check support walkers alongside runners..
Walkers can choose 3.1 Miles or 1 Miles routes on the scenic Governors State University campus, starting at 1 University Parkway in University Park IL. The event is chip timed for the 5k, participants receive a race day shirt and snacks and t..
November 2026
Walkers can join the 1 Mile Chocolate Walk or use certified 5K, 10K or Half Marathon routes through downtown Geneva from Kane County Courthouse (100 S Third St). Packet pickup at 25N Coworking; gear check at the start.
Walkers do the Run/Walk on an indoor track at Oak Brook Park District, 1450 Forest Gate Road, Oak Brook IL, covering 1.25 miles (10 laps). Participants are assigned heats by age and gender and receive confirmations the week before.
Walkers can choose a 1 Miles course that starts and ends at Healthy Happy Body in Elmwood Park. The family friendly route welcomes strollers and four legged companions and includes a short sleeve, bib and medal.
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 use a 5K fast flat course through downtown Naperville, starting and finishing on Hillside Rd at Naperville Central High School. Walkers share the marked route with runners.
Walkers follow a scenic 5K (3.1 Miles) on the Danada Trail in Danada Forest Preserve, Naperville, starting at 3S580 Naperville Rd. The family friendly course suits all levels and runs alongside the running race with a Thanksgiving theme.
Walkers follow the 5K course from Babe's Tap at 755 S. Broadway in Coal City. The route goes south on Broadway to Reed Rd, loops through Cardinal Transport and returns on Broadway, with walking encouraged and holiday attire suggested.
December 2026
Walkers can take the 5K course starting at Peg Bond Center in Batavia, Illinois, with festive Elves appearing on the route. Packet pick up is available pre race in St. Charles or race day at Peg Bond Center, and a virtual Run/Walk runs December 6..
March 2027
Walkers can choose the 5K or 8K route starting at Bethlehem Lutheran Church on North 5th Avenue in St. Charles, IL. Packet pickup is available before and on race day, and walk entries take place alongside the running races.
April 2027
May 2027
Walkers can join the 5K route from Mount Saint Mary Park in downtown St. Charles at Route 31 and Prairie Street, mixing park paths and town streets. On site packet pickup and registration are available, and a virtual 5K option includes shippi..
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.
Walkers can choose 5K or 10K on a closed scenic course from Old Mill Park, 5 East State Street, Geneva IL, with chip timing and post race cinnamon rolls and coffee. Packet pickup is at Dick Pond Athletics in St Charles or at Old Mill Park and..