The Champion of Trees 10K

Lisle, United States • 18 Apr 2026

Event Overview

The Champion of Trees 10K is a running event held at The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, Illinois. The course is a USATF-certified 10 km route along the rolling East Side trails within the arboretum.

Race Day Details

Participants can choose from the following events:

  • Champion of Trees 10K
  • Champion of Trees 10K Fundraising Participant
  • Virtual 10K

A post-race party takes place in Arbor Court with live music and entertainment. Participants in the on-site races receive a branded T-shirt, an official race bib with ChronoTrack timing, post-race recovery food and water, and a beer.

A fundraising option is available where participants pledge a minimum of $250. This provides complimentary registration, four daytime guest passes to the arboretum, a special race bib, a fundraiser medal, and post-race coffee and snacks at a dedicated tent.

The virtual event can be completed anytime between April 10-17, either at the arboretum with a provided admission pass or on a local trail. Virtual participants receive an official race bib and event apparel mailed to them.

Location

The event is held at The Morton Arboretum, located at 4100 IL-53 in Lisle, IL. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
Champion of Trees 10k Fundraising Participant
10 km
Champion of Trees 10k
Virtual 10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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