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Boo Island is a 5K charity run/walk in Blue Island, Illinois, starting at 10:00 AM CDT from the corner of Canal Street and Olde Western Avenue. The entry fee is $35, and the event is designed for both runners and walkers, not just those focused on racing. The route follows the Cal-Sag Trail, offering participants a direct local path for the 5K distance. Funds raised support the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, assisting with rent, utility bills, furnace repairs, and transportation for medical appointments or work.

The Angels Against Abuse 5K Walk/Run takes place in the morning at Lewis University in Romeoville, Illinois. It begins at the Flight Deck in St. Charles Borromeo on the North Campus, located at 101 Airport Road. Registration and check-in start at 8:30 AM, with the 5K commencing at 9:30 AM. Participants have the option to run or walk, accommodating both those seeking to race the distance and those attending primarily to support the fundraiser. The event is organized by Guardian Angel Community Services Programs to raise funds for Groundwork and Suzy's Caring Place, with the aim of contributing to the effort to end domestic violence. While specific turn-by-turn course details are not provided, it is confirmed to be a campus-based 5K, not a point-to-point road race. The event welcomes pets and strollers, and includes raffles, prizes, activities, and refreshments in addition to the walk/run. Group and team discounts are available, aligning with the fundraising nature of the day.

Luminaria light the gently rolling paths for the Scarecrow Scramble, a nighttime 5K run/walk in Lisle Community Park, Lisle, Illinois. The event takes place in October and maintains a family atmosphere, offering a main 5K alongside a Youth Run and Tot Dash for younger participants. The 5K follows a USATF certified course through the park, suitable for serious runners seeking a timed race, while walkers and families can comfortably participate. Costumes are encouraged, adding to the Halloween-season ambiance. Proceeds benefit recreation scholarships for low-income families via the Lisle Partners for Parks Foundation and support the Lisle Teens with Character program; participants have raised over $7,000 in a previous year. This marks the race's 21st year, and its guidelines ensure an organized course: pets are not permitted on the route, and strollers are permitted only for 5K walkers beginning at the rear.

The Downers Grove, IL Ostomy 5k is a 5k run and walk in Downers Grove, Illinois, held for Ostomy Awareness Day. This is the event's third year and includes both open entry and separate OSTOMATE participant categories, so ostomates are directly included in the race structure, not just part of the crowd. The day is designed for families and 5k participants, with 50-yard Kids Run dashes for ages 5 and under and ages 6 through 10. Dogs and other pets are welcome if they can be outside safely, and organizers provide water and a water bowl for them. Race Time Race Management handles timing, providing a proper race setup for the 5k while remaining open to walkers, kids, pets, and supporters.

The Chicago HFTC 5K begins and ends at 4400 N Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, with runners starting at 8:00 AM Central Time. This is a standard 5 km road race and is part of the Head for the Cure 5K series. The race location is on Chicago’s North Side near Lake Michigan, with Lake Shore Drive serving as the main point. The provided race information emphasizes the basic 5K format instead of a detailed course map. Therefore, the key details are the distance, the early start time, the Chicago lakefront setting, and its connection to the broader Head for the Cure series.

The Rotary Run Charity Classic is a family running event in Hinsdale, known locally as Hinsdale's Family Run. Now in its 30th year, the event maintains a straightforward approach with affordable entry fees, a reduced rate for families, and race choices suitable for various ages and skill levels. The event focuses on families participating together, rather than a single competitive field. Entry fees support Rotary's charitable initiatives, both in the local community and abroad, making the day a combination of a race, a family activity, and a fundraising effort.

The Lemons of Love Pink Lemonade 5K Run/Walk is a 5K race in Mount Prospect, Illinois. It takes place in the fall at Lions Park, starting at 50 S. Emerson St. The event is designed for both runners and walkers, with proceeds benefiting Lemons of Love, a nonprofit organization supporting individuals undergoing cancer treatment. Participants may walk or run to honor someone they know with cancer, making the event meaningful for many. The race also commemorates Nikki Criel, a founding Lemons of Love committee member known for her purple hair and nails. Those who register by the cutoff date can receive race shirts, and the first 1,000 finishers will receive medals.

Die Jonathan Burr Elementary School richtet den 27. Bucktown 5K & Kids Run aus. Familien sind eingeladen, nach dem Motto "Lace up, grab your crew" bei diesem Community-Event dabei zu sein. Diese Tradition ist der perfekte Rahmen für einen netten lokalen Lauf, super für alle, die eine motivierende Atmosphäre suchen. Die Teilnehmer können sich auf die Tradition "run for donuts" freuen, wo es für alle im Ziel eine Belohnung gibt. Mit einem eigenen Kids Run ist das Event super für Familien und Freunde, die gemeinsam Spaß haben wollen. So wird es zu einem unvergesslichen und beliebten Ausflug, der schon "almost SOLD OUT!" ist.

The Fire Zone 5K is a run/walk in Lockport, Illinois. It begins at Hassert Park on West Renwick Road, opposite Lockport Township Fire Protection District Station 6. This new community race is hosted by the Lockport Township Fire Foundation. Entry fees and sponsorships generate funds for firefighting and lifesaving equipment. The route departs the park and proceeds through Prairie Bluff Preserve. The event accommodates both runners and walkers. Each participant receives a race T-shirt and a participation medal. Trophies are awarded to the top three finishers in each age category. Proceeds support the foundation's equipment purchases, including defibrillators for the fire district.

The Bronzeville 5K Run/Walk begins at 4433 South St. Lawrence in Chicago, guiding participants through historic Bronzeville. This 5K is open to all ages, designed for families, neighbors, local runners, and anyone seeking a community fitness event rather than a competition solely for serious athletes. The event is now in its sixth year and generates funds for schools within the Bronzeville community. We Run Sports, the organizer, emphasizes active lifestyles, recreational sports, health, and community involvement. Its nonprofit branch, the Spaulding Foundation, backs initiatives that leverage sports for improved well-being and directs proceeds to other 501(c)(3) organizations.

YMCA Run For The Hills is a 5K and 2K held at Camp Triangle Hills of Crossroads YMCA in Crown Point, Indiana, during Fall Fest. The 5K begins first in the morning, followed by the 2K a few minutes later, ensuring families and shorter-distance runners share the same race setup as the longer event. The course is closed to traffic and winds through the hilly 144-acre camp property, offering a campground atmosphere rather than a road race through town. The 5K includes a broad age-group awards structure, along with Athena and Clydesdale divisions. Timing is managed with bib-based computerized results. Run For The Hills serves as the final event in the Crossroads YMCA Triple Crown Challenge, which also includes the Hub Run and Brickyard Run. Proceeds benefit the YMCA Income-Based Scholarship.