Batavia United Way Bat Race 5K & 10K
Batavia United Way Bat Race 5K & 10K is a running race on October 24, 2026 in Batavia, IL, with entry fees from $5 to $45.
- Date
- October 24, 2026 (93 days to go)
- Price
- $5–$45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Batavia United Way is pleased to announce the 13th annual Bat Race 5K/10K on October 24, 2026, beginning at River and State Street in downtown Batavia at 8:15 a.m. for the 10K, 8:30 a.m. for the 5K, and 9:30 a.m. for the kids' run. This chip-timed event along the beautiful Fox River Bike Path has drawn runners and walkers to our lovely town from 30 surrounding zip codes.
This event has something for all ability levels, whether you are a walker or a runner: 5K, 10K, and Kids Fun Run. The first 600 5K/10K registrants are guaranteed a T-shirt and swag bag.
Race awards will be given for the top three finishers - male and female - for 5K and 10K. All participants will receive a finishing medal and certificate.
Packet pick-up: Runners can pick up their packets ahead of time on Thursday, October 22 from 2 pm to 7 pm at Sturdy Shelter Brewing (10 Shumway Ave. Batavia, IL) or at race location on the morning of the race starting at 7 am at the tent on State St. and N. River Rd.
Race day brings all sorts of fun - from snacks, music, costumes, & more!
What's a Halloween-themed race without costumes?! We encourage (but not require) you to wear costumes. We will be awarding prizes in various categories (e.g., Best Group Costume, Best Duo Costume, Best Adult Male Costume, Best Adult Female Costume, Best Child Costume) for those who want to participate in the costume contest. You can register at the information booth the morning of the race to be eligible for prizes.
Without supporters like you, we would not be able to provide funding for 25 local programs or run the in-house programs such as our Success-by-6 preschool scholarships, Dolly Parton Imagination Library, Adopt-A-Family holiday program, and more. Thank you and enjoy the festivities!
With gratitude, The Batavia United Way Race Committee
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
59°
Typical Low
39°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from West Chicago Dupage Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Batavia, IL
Population
26,730
as of 2023
City Elevation
675 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Race
- Batavia United Way Bat Race 5K & 10K
- Date
- October 24, 2026
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Batavia United Way Bat Race 5K & 10K
Oct 24, 2026