Healthy West Chicago presents:
West Chicago Fit4Fall 5K Run/Walk
& 1 Mile Youth Run
Saturday, September 20, 2025
5K: 8:00 AM
1 Mile: 9:00 AM
Reed-Keppler Park &
Illinois Prairie Path
Help us welcome Fall at West Chicago’s Fit4Fall 5k!!! The 5K & 1 Mile Youth Race will start and finish at Reed-Keppler Park by Zone 250 (250 W National Street, West Chicago). This is a 5K Certified course on the Prairie Path! We will have a fun post-race event that you won't want to miss!
5K runners will receive a Fit4Fall 5K shirt. The first 75 5K runners to pick up the registration package will receive a swag bag!
Families running the 5K with 4 or more people will receive $5 off the total at check out!
**Must register by September 5th to be guaranteed your shirt/size**
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Run/Walk Adult (18 and older) Closed
Online registration closed-
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$33.53Apr 28 – Sep 19
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$38.86Sep 20 – Sep 19
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5K Run/Walk Student (17 and under) Closed
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$17.51
Includes race t-shirt, bib, and medal
Apr 28 - Sep 19
West Chicago Resident 5K Run/Walk Adult (18 and older) Closed
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$22.85Apr 28 - Sep 19
West Chicago Resident 5K Run/Walk Student (17 and under) Closed
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$12.18Apr 28 - Sep 19
1 Mile Youth Run (10 and under) Closed
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$6.84
Includes race ribbon
Apr 28 - Sep 19
Registration & Awards
Race Day Registration will be at Reed-Keppler Park, outside of Zone 250 (250 W National St, West Chicago, IL 60185) west of the ARC Center under the Healthy West Chicago tent. Please park at Turtle Splash. Race day registration fee is $35.00 for all runners. Cash or Check accepted. Day of registration opens at 7:00am and will close at 7:59am.
Pre-Race Day Packet (Shirt and Bib) Pick Up: Thursday, September 18 from 5:30-7 PM at the ARC Center at the West Chicago Park District (201 W National St, West Chicago, IL 60185). In-person registration is available during packet pick-up.
Race Day Packet (Shirt and Bib) Pick Up: will be at Reed-Keppler Park, outside of Zone 250 (250 W National St, West Chicago, IL 60185) west of the ARC Center under the Healthy West Chicago tent. Please park at Turtle Splash. Pick up will start at 7:00am.
We are unable to ship packets/shirts.
Age Groups and Award Categories (In-Person Participation):
5K Trophy: One Overall Male and One Overall Female Winner
5K Medals: All participants will receive a custom Fit4Fall 5K medal post-race
All participants in the 1 Mile Fun Run (10 & under) get a Finisher's Ribbon post-race
All registrations are final, no refunds, cancellations, or transfers.
Race Day Activities
● The first 75 participants that claim the registration package will receive a swag bag with gifts inside.
- All participants that have a bib will receive a free snack at the end of the race.
● All 5K runners will be entered into our Race Day Raffle!!
- 1: La birria loca Gift card($50 value)
- 2 kitchen table gift cards ($25/each)
- 4: 5 entry tickets to the Morton Arboretum
- 2: Bloom Collagen and greens ( Value at $180)
- A bag with Journey's path self care products (Value at $50)
- 2: Dick Pond Athletics ($25 gift card)
- 2: Naperville Running Club $20 Gift Certificate towards shoe purchase
- 2: Hawthorne's Backyard $25 Gift Card
● Race photos! SMILE :) Photos will be posted after the event.
● Health and wellness vendors.
● Post-race refreshments and snacks.
● Pre and post-stretching and massage by Athletico and Novo Health
Healthy West Chicago - Who We Are
Healthy West Chicago is dedicated to increasing healthy eating and physical activity in the City of West Chicago. Our mission is to ensure that all residents of West Chicago will have access to an optimal state of health and wellness. Through engaging events and policy efforts, we aim to create opportunities for a healthier life in the community of West Chicago.
All proceeds from the race will be used for Healthy West Chicago sustainability and continuation of community programming
Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Please contact info@healthywestchicago.org if you are interested in learning more.
Course Map
FAQs
Are strollers allowed? Yes! Strollers are allowed, however, keep in mind that part of the race route is not paved!
Are dogs allowed? No, at this time dogs are not allowed at the race.
Can I purchase extra shirts? Yes, if we have extra shirts they will be available for purchase on race day. Cash or check accepted. All proceeds will go to Healthy West Chicago to assist with their fundraising efforts.
Event schedule
- Thu, September 18, 2025 5:30 PM - Pre Race Day Packet Pick Up at ARC Center at the West Chicago Park District (201 W National St)
- Sat, September 20, 2025 6:30 AM - Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up
- Sat, September 20, 2025 8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Start
- Sat, September 20, 2025 9:00 AM - 1 Mile Run/Walk Start
Contact information
- Event contact
- Natalia Serrano
- Phone
- 630-230-6370
- Website
- Visit website
Sponsors
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Mighty Maples
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Exceptional Elms
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