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McHenry Lakefront 5K & Kids Fun Run

Sat, Jul 11, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT

Location
McHenry, IL
4300 Petersen Park Rd, 60050
Type
RUN
Official registration

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Enjoy a scenic, flat 5K along McHenry's lakefront, complete with chip-timing, awards, and a Kids Fun Run for the little ones.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive

Great for

  • Family Friendly

Great for: families, runners who like a competitive edge

Join the annual McHenry Lakefront 5K, a welcoming event for both walkers and runners. Experience a pleasant, flat, and shaded course that winds along the Prairie Trail and through the Lakeland Park neighborhood, starting from Petersen Park Beach. This chip-timed, USATF certified race offers a competitive edge with awards for top overall and age group finishers. Families will appreciate the Kids Fun Run, featuring 50m and 100m races for younger participants, making it a delightful outing for all ages.

What to expect

  • Run or walk a flat, shaded course along the Prairie Trail and through a charming neighborhood.
  • Compete for overall and age group awards on a chip-timed, USATF certified course.
  • Kids ages 3-8 can join the Fun Run with 50m and 100m dashes, receiving a medal.

Standout details

  • USATF certified 5K course
  • Chip-timed race
  • Flat, shaded route
  • Kids Fun Run (50m & 100m)

Perks & features

  • Awards
  • Chip Timed

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, Jul 11, 8:00 AM CDT · From $27.50

    Opens Aug 27, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Jul 8, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • Kids Fun Run

    Sat, Jul 11, 7:45 AM CDT · From $13.72

    Opens Aug 27, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Jul 8, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

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Easygoing

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The course

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From the organizer

Walk or run the annual McHenry Lakefront 5K! The Kids Fun Run includes a 50m (ages 3-5) & 100m (ages 6-8) race, so bring out the kids!

Course is chip-timed and USATF certified course. Fee includes t-shirt (while supplies last).

Awards for top overall male & female finisher, along with 1st-3rd place age group male & female finishers. Check-in from 7:00 am - 7:45 am.

Bib/Shirt Pickup - Available Friday from 12 pm - 6 pm at the McHenry Recreation Center, 3636 Municipal Drive, McHenry, or day of the race.

5K Course (all ages) - The course leaves Petersen Park Beach and weaves along the Prairie Trail and through the Lakeland Park neighborhood. Nice, shaded, flat race course!

5K Awards : Award for top overall Male and Female and Medals for Top 3 Male/Female in each category: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, etc to 70 & over

Kids Fun Run Awards : Medals for Top 3 for 50m and 100m. All participants receive a runner medal.

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