Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Run/Walk
You also have the option to purchase a Race Shirt for an additional $10.
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Register for 5K Run/Walk$18.50Mar 1 - Apr 19
Shirt Purchase Only
You may purchase a shirt without race registration here. Deadline for shirt purchase is April 9, 2026
The Lowell 5K Run/Walk started in 1997 as a school fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, honoring former principal Dr. Rosemary Murphy.
In 2026, the Lowell PTA will host the event, with all proceeds going to My Half Kitchen. Thank you for your participation.
The race will start/finish at Lowell Elementary School. Participants will enjoy a timed, flat, double loop course through the neighborhood.
Post-race refreshments will be provided for participants.
Please Note: Everyone is welcome! Participants who are financially restricted, please email: lowellpta5K@gmail.com
Strollers are welcome but will start in the back. No dogs, rollerblades, scooters, or bikes allowed. Dogs are not permitted at the race or on school grounds.
RACE SHIRTS
Lowell 5K Race Shirts are available for purchase when you register by April 9 for the race. Shirts are not included with your registration fee.

RACE PACKET PICK UP
Race packets and T-shirts may be picked up at Lowell Elementary School on:
Friday, April 17th: 3:00pm-5:00pm
Pre-race check-in is MANDATORY to receive bibs.
Race results will be available live during the event.
Day-of-race registration will be available from 7:00-7:30am but we strongly recommend registration to be completed prior to race day.
AWARDS
1st Place Grade/Age Awards (Male/Female) will receive an award:
- Kindergarten and younger
- 1st Grade
- 2nd Grade
- 3rd Grade
- 4th Grade
- 5th Grade
- 6th-8th Grade (Middle School)
- 9th-12th Grade (High School)
- Adult 18 & over
Finisher ribbons will be awarded to all participants that finish the race.
VOLUNTEER
We need many volunteers to make this event a success! Please consider volunteering.
Contact: lowellpta5k@gmail.com
5K Race will start and finish at Lowell Elementary School
The Lowell 5K is not a USATF certified course

Post race refreshments will be provided to all participants.
Thank you to these local businesses for their generous donations!
- Trader Joe's of Glen Ellyn
- Culligan Water of Wheaton
- Costco
My Half Kitchen
Funds raised for My Half Kitchen will support local women in the following ways:
(1) Providing essential job training and skill development workshops.
(2) Supplying materials and ingredients needed for My Half Kitchen’s baked goods.
(3) Creating a sustainable work environment that allows these women to thrive.
Can't make it to the race but want to support the cause?
Donations can be made via check to Lowell Elementary PTA - memo line "Lowell 5K" and mailed/dropped off to
Lowell Elementary
312 S President Street
Wheaton, IL 60187
Event schedule
- Fri, April 17, 2026 3:00 PM - Pre Race Day Packet Pick Up (3PM-5PM) at Lowell Elementary School
- Sun, April 19, 2026 7:00 AM - Race Day Packet Pick Up and Registration
- Sun, April 19, 2026 8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Start!
Contact information
- Event contact
- Ashley Thomas and MaryPat Moore
- Website
- Visit website


