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Waubonsee Foundation Trail Run

Name: Waubonsee Foundation Trail Run
Start: 2027-06-12
End: 2027-06-12
Location: Sugar Grove

Sugar Grove, United States • 12 Jun 2027

Waubonsee Foundation Trail Run

The event takes place on Saturday, June 12, 2027, at the Waubonsee Community College Sugar Grove campus. The assembly area is at the Tennis and Pickleball Court Complex on Route 47 at College Drive in Sugar Grove, Illinois.

Distances offered include:

5K
10K

Registration opens July 9, 2026, and closes April 1, 2027. The registration fee is $30 for the 5K and $40 for the 10K.

Packet pickup is available curbside at the Waubonsee Tennis and Pickleball Court Complex on Thursday, June 10, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Race day packet pickup is at the Red Welcome Tent from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM.

Timing is chip based and live results will be available. Prizes will be awarded to the fastest female and fastest male runners in both the 5K and 10K categories. All finishers receive a finisher's medal.

Sponsorship opportunities are available to support student programs and community engagement. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Illinois Sugar Grove

Race information

Website Registration

10 km

10k Trail Run

5 km

5k Trail Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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