Childish Nonsense

The Arctic Frog Run in Libertyville, IL, is an exciting endurance running event featuring multiple distances: 50K, 25K, 15K, 10K, and 5K. Set against a scenic backdrop of trails along the Des Plaines River, participants can expect a challenging course with rolling hills. The event is particularly un..

The Frozen Gnome is a challenging winter running event held at Veteran Acres in Crystal Lake, IL. Participants can choose from a 50K ultra run, a 10K race, or team relays of 2 or 5 members. The course features a scenic, single-track loop that showcases the beauty of the winter landscape, with unique..

The 50K Mashup Slam is a series of five 50K trail races held throughout the Midwest, designed to celebrate the often-overlooked distance in ultrarunning. Participants who complete all five races within the same calendar year will receive a finisher buckle. The series begins with the Frozen Gnome 50K..

The Earth Day 50K/15 Mile/5 Mile event takes place at Veteran Acres in Crystal Lake, IL, offering participants a choice of three race distances. The course features a challenging 5-mile loop through single track and rolling hills, with a major aid station providing refreshments. The event promotes s..

The Great Western Half-Marathon & 10K, organized by the Fox River Trail Runners, is a well-established running event with over 25 years of history. This competitive race features a flat, out-and-back course along the scenic Great Western Trail. The event not only promotes fitness but also supports l..

Timely Nonsense is a unique running event taking place in Chicago, IL, featuring both 6-hour and 12-hour timed races. Participants can choose to compete individually or as part of a relay team of two or four. The race is set in a scenic 58-acre park, where runners will navigate a 0.75-mile paved loo..