Run With The Nuns 5K
Lemont, Illinois
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
Adult 5K Run/Walk (13 & over)
Price changes in 22 days 5 hours-
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Register for Adult 5K Run/Walk (13 & over)$49.54
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering Dec 31 – Aug 12 -
$54.88Aug 13 – Oct 18
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Virtual Runner
Price changes in 22 days 5 hours-
This is for 5K Virtual Participation ONLY.
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Register for Virtual Runner$49.54
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering Dec 31 – Aug 12 -
$54.88Aug 13 – Oct 18
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Youth 5K Run/Walk (12 & Under)
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Register for Youth 5K Run/Walk (12 & Under)$22.85Dec 31 - Oct 18
About This Event
The Run with the Nuns is a race through natural hills and picturesque scenery of the Mount Assisi campus. This all-terrain course features a variety of surfaces from asphalt to grass. All participants will receive a custom race medal and a long sleeve performance shirt.
$50 for adults. $20 for children 12 and under.
•Registration and Packet Pick Up opens at 7:30 AM on race morning.
•5K starts at 9:00 AM. Runners and Walkers will start at the same time!
•Race proceeds benefit the School Sisters of St. Francis of Christ the King.
Award Categories
Top 3 Men, top 3 Women, top 3 Youth Boy, and top 3 Youth Girls will be recognized and given an award.
Race Morning Timeline
Registration and packet pick up open at 7:30 AM.
5K (Walkers and Runners) start promptly at 9:00 AM.
Pre Race Packet Pick Up
Pre-Race Day Packet Pick Up and In-Person registration will occur at Mt. Assisi, 13860 Main Street, Lemont. Thursday, 10/15/26 from 5:00-7:00 PM and Saturday 10/17/26 from 8:00-10:00 AM. You may also arrive beginning at 7:30 AM on Sunday, 10/18/26 to pick up your packet and register in person.
Virtual Runners!
Do you want to Run with the Nuns but can’t make it?
Have you already signed up, but can’t join us anymore? WELL…. We’ve created a VIRTUAL RACE OPTION just for you!
Of course, we would love to have you join us in person, but we understand that sometimes things might happen and you may not be able to attend the event. We’re very excited to offer you a Virtual option to run or walk your race and get your shirt AND medal!
With our Virtual Run/Walk option, you choose the time and place to walk or run your 5K (3.1 miles). Of course, the Sisters will miss you, but you will be there with us in spirit! AND, you can still get some great gifts!
Your 5k can be done on your favorite running path, while on vacation, or around your neighborhood.
It's a simple process. Register today for the Virtual Race Option and follow the steps below. After the Race, we will mail your shirt and medal. You can complete your 5K anytime but we do ask that you finish by race day (October 18, 2026)
VIRTUAL RACE RULES
Cost is $50 which includes mailing costs to ship you your goodies.
Virtual runners cannot run the Official Course race.
After registering for the Virtual Race, you may complete your 5K (3.1 miles) anytime.
All 3.1 miles should be completed within one day/session and there is no time limit on the Virtual Run.
YBy following the steps below your finish time will be posted on the Race Results Page under "Virtual Results". You will not be eligible for any male/female awards.
Runners who signed up for the traditional course race are allowed to switch to the Virtual Race before October 17th by emailing carriepeters2@sbcglobal.net.
Shirts and medals will be mailed to the address listed on the registration form. We will NOT mail outside the United States.
Virtual Participation
Can't join us in person? Run with us virtually!!!
- Run or Walk where you choose from now until October 18, 2026
- Race SWAG will be shipped to you the week of October 18, 2026
- Have fun, take pictures and enjoy the time outside!
Follow these easy steps to prepare for your Virtual 5K:
 TRACKING STEPS 1. Download the ASICS Runkeeper™ app to your phone and create an account or scroll down to log into an existing account Once you have completed your distance in the app, save your workout and it will automatically post to Race Roster results. (This step must be followed from your mobile device) |
 VIEWING AND POSTING MANUAL RESULTS If you plan to record using another software or tracking device or post manually from what is recorded on your watch, simply head here and "Submit Virtual Result" by October 18, 2026. |
FAQS:
- To record with tracking on the ASICS Runkeeper™ app, you will need to run or walk with your phone or with a connected wearable (see instructions below)
- You do not have to track with these technologies, it is optional!
- More detailed end-to-end instructions (with images) for using the ASICS Runkeeper™ app to track your virtual event are linked here
- Instructions to link a recent activity recorded on a FitBit, Garmin, or Apple Watch linked here
- Steps to connect your FitBit, Garmin, or Apple Watch to the Runkeeper™ app are linked here
- Steps to manually post your results on Race Roster (not using the app) are linked here
If you have any technical questions, reach out to: support@raceroster.com the Race Roster team will support you.
Take pictures out there! Get creative with your finish line!
We look forward to seeing your name on the results board. Remember that you can run, walk, roll, or skip your distance.
Event schedule
- Sun, October 18, 2026 7:30 AM - Packet Pick Up and In-Person Registration Opens
- Sun, October 18, 2026 9:00 AM - Race Start
Contact information
- Event contact
- Carrie Peters
- Phone
- +1 630-257-7844 ext. 223
- Website
- Visit website
Sponsors
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