From the Organizer
In the darkest moment of our lives, our beautiful 15-year-old daughter passed from a pulmonary embolism. Hope became the guiding light that helped us find our way out of the darkness. It is now our desire that Alana's Wings of Hope will continues to spread light and hope to a community that Alana loved.
Race will start at CrossWind Community Church and run through nearby neighborhoods.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
81°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from De Kalb, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Genoa, IL
Population
5,685
as of 2023
Elevation
833 ft
Nearest Airport
RFD
Chicago Rockford International Airport · 22 mi
Major Hub
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 41 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Alana's Eternal Light 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
More Running races near Genoa, IL
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5K
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DeKalb Park District Independence Day 5k/10k
10K · 5K
14 miles away
The Huntley Historical Society - Sew Hop'd Beer Mile
15 miles away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Alana's Eternal Light 5K?
- Alana's Eternal Light 5K is a running race held in Genoa, Illinois on August 22, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Alana's Eternal Light 5K?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Genoa, Illinois at 13100 Cherry Rd, Genoa, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Alana's Eternal Light 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Alana's Eternal Light 5K
Aug 22, 2026