New This Year: 8K!!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
8K Run
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Register for 8K Run$62.48Dec 14 - Mar 21
5K
Registration closes in 2 months 20 days-
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$40.49Dec 14 – Dec 30
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Register for 5K$51.49Now registering Dec 31 – Mar 21
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Virtual 5K - Includes shipping
Registration closes in 2 months 20 days-
5K Virtual participation: April 1 - April 5, 2025
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$45.99Dec 14 – Dec 30
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Register for Virtual 5K - Includes shipping$51.49Now registering Dec 31 – Mar 21
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Kids Dash (Ages2-6 years old)
Registration closes in 2 months 20 days-
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$19.59Dec 14 – Dec 30
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Register for Kids Dash (Ages2-6 years old)$19.59Now registering Dec 31 – Mar 21
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Race Details
Pre Race Day Packet Pick Up
Thursday, March 19, 2026
3 PM - 7 PM
Dick Pond Athletics
303 N. Second Street
St. Charles, IL
Race Day Packet Pick Up and Registration
Saturday, March 21, 2026
6:30 AM
Bethlehem Lutheran Church
1145 N. 5th Avenue
St. Charles, IL 60174
5K Start
8:00 AM


Can't join us in person...run with us virtually!!!
- Run/Walk where you choose from March 1 - March 31, 2026!
- Race SWAG will be shipped to you the week of March 27, 2026
- Have fun, take pictures and enjoy the time outside!
Follow these easy steps to prepare for your 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" between March 1 - March 31, 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 - share your images and stories with us on our Facebook!
We look forward to seeing your name on the results board. Remember that you can run, walk, roll, or skip your distance!
Volunteer!
Volunteers are an important part of our events. We are so grateful for your time and effort.
Volunteers receive a shirt and a beer and food ticket.
Click here or on the link above to register as a volunteer! Thank you!
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Event schedule
- Thu, March 19, 2026 3:00 PM - Pre Race Day Packet Pick Up at Dick Ponds St. Charles 3P-7P
- Sat, March 21, 2026 7:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick Up and Registration
- Sat, March 21, 2026 8:00 AM - 5K Start
- Sat, March 21, 2026 9:15 AM - Kids Dash Start
Contact information
- Event contact
- Mary Agnes Zellmer
- Phone
- 630-479-8116
- Website
- Visit website

