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Walking Events Calendar near Rockdale 2026-2027

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Explore the top walking events near Rockdale for 2026-2027! We've gathered 81 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.

August 2026
Walkers can take the free 5K route through Hammel Woods Forest Preserve from the Route 59 Brook Forest Road access. The course has mile markers, one staffed water table and postrace drinks; strollers and leashed pets are welcome.
Walkers can choose 1 Mile or 5K routes around Prescott Mill and Townsend Park in Oswego, IL. Walkers, strollers, and leashed dogs are allowed but start behind runners, and there is plenty of free street parking near the park.
5K walk at Herrick Lake Forest Preserve starting and finishing at the East Shelter near the Butterfield Road entrance in a wooded forest bathing setting. Virtual participants may complete the 5K on any course and will receive a race shirt.
Walk a 5k course starting and finishing at Two Brothers Tap House in Warrenville, Illinois, with a finish line celebration alongside the 5k run.
The event offers walkers a 5k (3.1 Miles) fun run/walk at Au Sable Grove Presbyterian Church, 5021 Wheeler Road, Yorkville IL, rain or shine. It raises funds for Ink 180 and includes an after event ice cream ticket and free breakfast.
Walkers can join the inclusive 5K course on Wabounsie Lake Park Trail in Aurora, IL, suitable for walkers, wheelchair users and families. The event includes both in person and virtual options alongside the running races.
Walkers can choose a relaxed 1 Miles Wag and Walk or a structured 5K walk along the Old Plank Road Trail in Matteson near 21800 Central Ave. The route is pet friendly for leashed dogs and registration includes entry to either distance with pa..
Walkers have a chip timed 5K at Four Seasons Park in Shorewood, IL covering 3.108 Miles alongside the running race. Post race Beer Garden offers a pint of beer or a soda for those under 21 and participants receive a T shirt, finisher medal and so..
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Joliet Walkers follow a 6.6K out and back route beginning at the Old Joliet Prison along historic Route 66. The event includes a relaxed cool down and refreshments after the route and supports the Route 66 centennial and ALS awareness.
September 2026
Spirits Run for ALS - Wilmington Walkers are welcome on a noncompetitive 6.6K in Wilmington beginning at the Gemini Giant, following sidewalks, pedestrian paths and marked crosswalks. No streets will be closed and volunteers will assist with wayfinding and safety.
Walkers are welcome to explore Naperville’s beautiful Danada Forest Preserve on a crushed limestone trail, with course options of 10 km and a half marathon.
Walkers can take the 5K Run Walk from Washington Street West Taxiway in Downers Grove with packet pickup at Brookeridge Main Street Park. A virtual 5K runs Sept 5 to 12 so walkers may choose their own route; jogging strollers allowed and no d..
Walk options include 3.1 Miles and 1 Miles courses that begin on the infield track at the Sandwich Fairgrounds, wind through the fairgrounds, and finish back on the infield. Course water and post race refreshments including a Lemonade Shake U..
Walkers follow the 3.1 Miles course beginning at the West Pavillon in Lloyd Erickson Park (801 N Chicago Street, Elwood). There is a 75 minute cut off to finish, onsite packet pickup and registration at the race location, and entry to the Main Co..
The event offers a scenic, USATF certified 5K walk at St. James Farm Forest Preserve in Warrenville, plus a 1M Color Run alongside; strollers pets and wheelchairs are welcome.
Walkers can choose 5K and 10K options at Perry Farm Park, Kennedy Drive, Bourbonnais, IL, alongside the running races. Packet pick up is available the day before and on race day.
The 5K walk starts at Guildhaus on Canal Street and follows the Calumet Saganashkee Channel through Blue Island to Fay's Point Marina and back. Water at midpoint, half mile markers, strollers and wheelchairs start with walkers.
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