Our Fallen Hero 5K Run/Walk
In Memory of PFC Aaron Toppen
Saturday, September 20, 8:00a.m.
Join us for the 12th Annual Our Fallen Hero 5K Run/Walk, and help us to honor the sacrifice made by PFC Aaron Toppen, and others who have selflessly served their communities and country. come out to enjoy a 5K (3.1 miles)* on a USATF certified course that weaves you through the streets of Mokena, Illinois, including Townline Road, also named PFC Memorial Drive.
All pre-registered participants will receive a custom-designed wicking T-Shirt, a bag filled with goodies from our sponsors and partners. On the day of event, we'll warm up with Spenga and a live DJ. Afterwords, we'll celebrate the winners with an awards ceremony and refreshments from Berkots including bananas, oranges, apples and other local vendors like Emerald Cup Coffee. Oh and don't forget to check our raffles (tickets available for purchase onsite)!
With your support, we're proud to again sponsor the USO Of Illinois again this year, where our proceeds will fund year-round programs and services that enhances the quality of the lives of our service members and their families- such as the Reading Program, Canine Program, Care Packages, USO Gaming Faclities, and USO Centers at Midway Airport, Great Lake Naval Station, O'Hare (Terminals 2 & 3) and Rock Island Arsenal.
**All participants Must complete course within 60 minutes**
Awards- Overall winner of Female and Male & 1st place finisher in each age category for female and male
Giveaways-
First 150 child register will receive a free individual Pizza coupon from Lou Malnati's
Each month leading up to the event date, between June- September 2025, registrants will be entered into a live raffle for a chance to win one (1) $50 gift card. Check out our Facebook page for details.
Military Discount- We are excited to offer NEW Discount for active military members and veterans. Use the code “Military2025” at registration to apply the savings!
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Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Adult
Price changes in 1 month 18 hours-
(19 & Over) Non-Refundable
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Register for 5K Adult$28.74Now registering Jun 1 – Jul 8
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$34.09Jul 8 – Sep 17
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5K Child
Price changes in 1 month 18 hours-
(18 & Under) Non-Refundable
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Register for 5K Child$18.04Now registering Jun 1 – Jul 8
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$23.39Jul 8 – Sep 17
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Virtual Runner
Price changes in 1 month 18 hours-
Virtual runners, run your own 3.1 mile course, you will get a shirt and should post your times on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ourfallenhero5k/
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Register for Virtual Runner$28.74Now registering Jun 1 – Jul 8
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$34.09Jul 8 – Sep 17
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General Information
All pre-registered participants will receive a custom-designed Wicking T-Shirt, a “goodie-bag”, post-race refreshments and raffle tickets will be sold on race day. The first 150 child registration will receive a pizza pizza coupon to Lou Malnati's. New this year will we doing a $50 Live Raffle Drawing gift card each month for a participation registration. There will also be a $5 off Discount for Veteran and Active Military members. Code: MILITARY2025
Chip Timing
We use a disposable chip timing tag that runners receive at packet pick up on the back of the race bibs. It is covered by foam. DO NOT REMOVE. It is lightweight and remains attached to the race bib.
Results will be posted within 24 hours after completion of the race on the Registration site under Results and on the Time to Run website.
Packet pick-up
We encourage all registrants to pick-up their packet prior to race day.
Location
The Oaks Fitness & Recreation - Mokena Park District
10847 La Porte Road
Mokena IL, 60448
Thursday, Sept. 18 and Friday, Sept. 19 from 4-7 p.m.
Register during packet pick-up
Shirts are not guaranteed and are first come first serve
Adult - $30/ Child - $20
(Cash check or credit card)
Pre-race festivities
Come early and get warmed up with a pre-race workout by SPENGA. We will also have the Presentation of our Colors and the singing of our National Anthem.
Raffles
There will be a variety of raffle baskets available to purchase day of race.
Post-race activities and awards ***NEW CHILD AGE CATEGORIES***
After the race, race participants are encouraged to stick around and enjoy post-race refreshments while visiting with friends/family of PFC Aaron Toppen. Awards ceremony will begin at approximately 9:15 a.m. and raffle will start immediately after.
Military challenge coin awards will be given to the top three women and men following the 5K as well as the overall 1st place winner in each age category. Age categories are: 9 and under, 10-14 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 30-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Parking
FREE parking available in Mokena Elementary school (enter off Wolf Road) and Mokena Intermediate school (enter off 195th Street) lots. Parking lots are located just east of Willowview Park. Street parking along 195th street. NO PARKING ON THE RACE ROUTE.
Safety
For safety reasons, bikes and skates are NOT allowed on the course. Pets and jogging strollers are permitted. We ask that you position yourself behind the runners as to not interfere with the start of the race. Walkers will be encouraged to start behind the runners.
Course Map
The Our Fallen Hero 5k run/walk will start and finish on 115th Street near the NW entrance of the Willowview Park parking lot. This is an out, loop and back course through Mokena's beautiful neighborhoods.
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Event schedule
- Wed, September 17, 2025 11:59 PM - Online Registration Closes
- Thu, September 18, 2025 4:00 PM - Packet Pickup 4-7pm The Oaks Fitness and Recreation
- Fri, September 19, 2025 4:00 PM - Packet Pickup 4-7pm The Oaks Fitness and Recreation
- Sat, September 20, 2025 6:30 AM - Race Day Registration 6:30-7:30am
- Sat, September 20, 2025 8:00 AM - Race Starts Promptly
Contact information
- Event contact
- Brittany Oskielunas
- Phone
- +1 708-845-0020
- Website
- Visit website
