About the Race ...
This fun-filled event is a great opportunity to get fit with your family and friends and help support the students of St. Alexander School.
The Raider Run is our annual fundraiser that has raised more than $350,000 to support improvements at St. Al’s.
This year’s proceeds will fund important upgrades and enhancements to our school security, helping ensure a safe environment for all students.
Students in PreK through 8th grade will benefit from these security improvements.
We invite you to sign up today and be part of the Raider Run as we continue working together to strengthen and support the St. Al’s community!
Thursday, May 7, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Register by APRIL 17th
to guarantee your t-shirt size!
Registration fees
Where pricing applies, shown amounts include mandatory charges, items, and fees.
Family of 4 Registration Closed
Discounted price of $100 if you register a Family of 4! MUST "ADD ANOTHER REGISTRANT" IN REGISTRATION UNTIL YOU HAVE 4 FAMILY MEMBERS LISTED, THEN DISCOUNT WILL BE APPLIED AT CHECKOUT.
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$30.00
Discount will be applied after 4th registrant
Mar 14 - May 7
Run Registration Closed
Online registration closed-
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$30.00Mar 14 – May 6
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$35.00May 7 – May 7
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Event Info
The 5K Raider Run starts and finishes at the St. Alexander parking lot. The 5K course, which is 3.1 miles, routes through the beautiful streets of Palos Heights and is a USATF certified course.
Race Entry of $30 Includes:
- Race entry and bib, T-shirt and post race snacks
- Day-of registration is $35.... Sign up by April 17th, 2026 to be guaranteed a T-shirt in your size!
Pre-Race Day Packet Pick-up:
- Tuesday, May 5th from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
- St. Alexander School, located at 7025 W 126th St, Palos Heights
Race Day Packet Pick-Up & Day-of Registration:
- 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. at St. Alexander School
Kids Dash:
- Starts at 5:40 p.m.
- Kids 6 & under can participate in a 100-yard dash on the football field
- This event is free for kids and encourages them to "run" like mommy, daddy, and their siblings
- Please note a T-shirt is not included unless you register for the 5K Run
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alice Carrera | $525.00 |
| 2 | Sadie Brainerd | $525.00 |
| 3 | Christine Brainerd | $525.00 |
| 4 | Paulina Zalinski | $262.50 |
| 5 | Elle Enright | $210.00 |
| 6 | Jennifer Oganovich | $210.00 |
| 7 | Battaglia Family | $210.00 |
| 8 | Merrili and Liese | $210.00 |
| 9 | Jackie McGee | $157.50 |
| 10 | Eric McGee | $157.50 |
Top fundraisers
| 1 |
View fundraiser page for Amelia
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Amelia McGeeRaised: $1,128.75 |
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| 2 |
View fundraiser page for Lily
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Lily Metcalf$934.50 Raised$600.00 Goal |
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| 3 |
View fundraiser page for Christine
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Christine BrainerdRaised: $577.50 |
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| 4 |
View fundraiser page for Sadie
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Sadie BrainerdRaised: $577.50 |
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| 5 |
View fundraiser page for Vivian
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Vivian Fuller$577.50 Raised$500.00 Goal |
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| 6 |
View fundraiser page for Cecilia
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Cecilia BattagliaRaised: $525.00 |
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| 7 |
View fundraiser page for Jack
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Jack Anders$513.25 Raised$500.00 Goal |
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| 8 |
View fundraiser page for Riley
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Riley Natalino$430.50 Raised$500.00 Goal |
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| 9 |
View fundraiser page for Emmie
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Emmie QuinnRaised: $341.25 |
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| 10 |
View fundraiser page for Vivian
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Vivian QuinnRaised: $341.25 |
Event schedule
- Tue, May 5, 2026 2:00 PM - Pre Race Day Packet Pick Up (2PM-4PM)
- Thu, May 7, 2026 5:00 PM - Race Day Registration Opens
- Thu, May 7, 2026 5:40 PM - Kids Dash
- Thu, May 7, 2026 6:00 PM - 5K Run/Walk Start
Contact information
- Event contact
- Claire Richards
- Phone
- 312-576-8593
- Website
- Visit website
