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Wine Run 5k at Busse Woods

Sat October 5, 2024 Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 US Directions

Events

5k

$60 $45 3:00PM CDT Price increases after October 4, 2024 at 11:59pm CDT
Open to ages 21 - 99.

Description

Like Running or Walking?  Love Wine?  This race is for you! 

Join us on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at 3:00pm for a fun and exciting event that features a fast and flat 5k course that is capped off with an amazing finish wine! Whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the wine this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience!  This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com

Registration Includes:

  • T-shirt:  Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt included! 
  • Wine Glass: Shatterproof, Collapsible, and Portable!
  • Finisher Medal: Doubles as a Wine Stopper and Corkscrew!
  • Race Bib: Chip timed 5k run/walk
  • Results Posted Online
  • ...and of course, a pour of wine!

2024 Race Swag!!!

Let's Do This!

Free Race Photos

Free Race Pics Available for Download at all of our events!!! 

    

   

Place

Busse Woods
Busse Forest South Picnic Grove #5
Elk Grove Village, IL US 60007

Course Map

The course is a fast and flat out and back tour of Busse Woods Forest Preserve starting and finishing at Grove 5.  This route is very suitable for both runners and walkers and participants are rewarded with a pour of wine at the finish line!

Click Here for Interactive Course Map!

 

Charity Partners

Animal House Shelter is a non-profit, no-kill 501(c)3 shelter for all breeds of dogs and cats. We rescue, care for, and find homes for homeless pets who arrive at AHS for various reasons, including:

  • Abuse, neglect, or abandonment
  • Owners whose time, income, or situation changes
  • Animals scheduled for euthanasia at other clinic

Once rehabilitated and ready, they are carefully matched with homes for adoption or foster care. Will their new home be yours? Apply to Adopt!

Sponsors

Age Group Awards and More Info

This event will be offering Age Group Awards!  In addition to scoring all of the great swag listed above, the top 3 finishers M/F in each age category also receives a custom age group award!   

10 Year Categories: 1-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & Over

Important details: 

  • Competitive Runners, please start with the first group to be eligible for an age group awards. 
  • If your event has wave start times, age group winners must start with the first wave to be eligible for a pin. 
  • There will be no age group ceremony.  Please look up your results at www.J3Timing.com after finishing and if you placed top 3 in your category please visit the registration table to pick up your award.
  • Age Group pins will be available for pickup 1 hour after the start of the first wave - age group awards are only available the day of the event and will not be available for shipment once the event has concluded.

FAQ's

  • Is the race only for 21+? No, minors are welcome to participate and receive a discounted registration that includes a shirt, medal and bib (these participants will not receive a wine glass or a wine pour).
  • Are strollers allowed? You are welcome to use a stroller for this event but it is not recommended due to uneven ground on the course and children in strollers can participate for free and do not need to register.
  • Is walking allowed? Yes absolutely!  We have many walkers, joggers, and run/walkers at this event!
  • Is the race dog friendly? Friendly dogs on leashes are welcome! Please clean up after your dog.
  • I still have questions, who do I contact?  If you have a question, someone else probably does too.  Use the contact form on this page, we'd love to hear from you!

Packet Pickup

Packet pickup will be on race day only starting 1 hour before the start of the race.  Please arrive early to secure close parking and avoid the lines!

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Race Contact Info

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Race Website

Additional race information can be found at http://www.WineRun5k.com.

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