This site is closed for 2019.

To register for the 2020 Batavia United Way BatFest please go to:

https://raceroster.com/events/2020/29392/batavia-united-way-batfest-run

27 NORTH RIVER STREET

BATAVIA, IL

Batavia United Way's

Batfest 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk!

Goody bags & event shirts guaranteed when registered by October 8th at 5pm.

All race proceeds will go directly to helping Batavians by supporting area non profits. The 5K/10K race will start at 8:30 AM. Race day registration will open at 7:00 AM. 5 Year age groups starting with 19 & under and going up to 70+ . Add $5 for Race Day registration.

CHECK OUT THIS LAST YEARS COSTUME CONTEST!

Registration fees

5K Student (18 & under) Closed

$20.00

May 31 - Oct 23

10K Student (18 & under) Closed

$25.00

May 31 - Oct 23

Youth .25 Mile Fun Run (10 & under) Closed

$5.00

May 31 - Oct 23

Pre order 1 Dozen Abbey Farms Cinnamon Donuts Closed

$10.00

May 31 - Oct 23

5K Adult (19 & over) Closed

Online registration closed

1. $25.00
  
  May 31 – Jul 29
2. $30.00
  
  Jul 30 – Oct 23

10K Adult (19 & over) Closed

Online registration closed

1. $35.00
  
  May 31 – Jul 29
2. $40.00
  
  Jul 30 – Oct 23

Additional Information

This run/walk begins on River & State Streets in beautiful downtown Batavia, traveling north on the Fox River Trail bike path.
This event is designed for runners of all ages and abilities, with the 10k starting just minutes before the 5k. In keeping with the BatFest and Halloween themes, costumes are welcome and encouraged.

Runners, walkers, spectators and fans are welcome to purchase Abbey Farms Cinnamon Donuts, Bar Evolution Breakfast Burritos and visit our post run Bloody Mary Bar at Bar Evolution, near the start line from 8:30- Noon.

5K & 10K Age Groups and Award Categories:

Top Overall Male and Top Overall Female

14 & under

15-19

20-24

25-29

30-34

35-39

40-44

45-49

50-54

55-59

60-64

65-69

70 & over

PRE RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP:

Bar Evolution 27 N. River Street Batavia, IL

Wed. October 23rd from 5-8pm

Thurs. October 24th from 5-8 pm

* Wear your event shirt to pal Joey's on Saturday 10/26 or Sunday 10/27 and receive 20% off all food. Dine in or carry out!

Many thanks to our official photographer for the race:

Costume Contest

Back this year! Costume contest!

Prizes for each category

CATEGORY PRIZES TO BE DETERMINED

Best adult costume - Male over 18 Great stuff from Buffalo Wild Wings
Best adult costume- Female over 18 Tea Tree Gift Card
Best child boy costume – age 10 - 17 A Colonial Cafe Kitchen Sink
Best child girl costume – age 10-17 A Colonial Cafe Kitchen Sink
Best adult couple - 2 persons,18 or over Movie tickets and movie treats
Best Corporate team costume Pal Joey's Pizza Party

Post Race Refreshments

We will not leave you hungry and thirsty!

You will find our Bloody Mary Bar at Bar Evolution (same place as packet pick up) from 9 –Noon during and after our 5k/10k along with Breakfast Burritos for purchase.

Also available will be Abbey Farms famous apple cinnamon donuts.