Registration is now open! 2026 Run for The Roses 5k
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Sunday May 17th, 2026
8am Start Time
We're thrilled to bring back this beloved race in 2026! Our committee members are busy planning another great event. Registration for the early bird pricing will be open soon.
❋ Start/Finish lineForest Road School, 901 Forest Road, La Grange Park.
❋ Early Bird Pricing$40.00 early bird price through April 11.
❋ Packet Pick-UpPick-up locations, dates, and times to come.
❋ ParkingFree parking will be available.
A Community Event
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A Community Event 〰️
Event DayArrive & Check-In
About 10 minutes before the starting gun goes off, make your way to the start line. Listen for any last-minute announcements, and do a final check of your gear.
Race Day Registration7:00am until 7:45am
Stretching & Warm Up7:30am
Starting Line8:00am
Awards & Celebrations8:40am Kickoff
Event Close10:00am
Sponsorship opportunities
Sponsorship for The Run for the Roses 5K (Sunday May 17, 2026) offers high-visibility marketing to hundreds of runners and hundreds more supporters, neighbors, and visitors.
Updated 5K Route
The route has been updated to include less turns and longer straightaways. The starting line is located on Forest Road in front of Forest Road Elementary School.
