Beer Vs Wine 5K (Chicago Area)
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Distance
- 5K
- Price
- $36.99
From the Organizer
Like Running or Walking? Love Wine or Beer? This race is for you!
Are you a Beer Lover or Wine Lover?
Who is going to Win... Beer or Wine?
Vote during Registration!
Your 5K Registration Includes
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Double Sided Finisher's Medal... Beer & Wine Side!
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2 - Drink Tickets for either Beer or Wine for 21+ participants
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Chipped Timed 5K
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Age Group Prizes
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Fun Party Blasting DJ
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FREE Photos
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Yummy Snacks
Join us on a Fun Saturday Afternoon Party, July 18, 2026!
For an exciting new event that features the amazing scenery of Busse Woods Forest Preserve!
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12:45pm Packet Pickup Opens
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1:00pm Saturday Afternoon Party Begins - Enjoy Some Beer/Wine Before the 5K!
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2:00pm 5K Starts Run/Walk
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3:45pm Last Call
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4:00pm Party is Over
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
85°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Ohare Intl Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Elk Grove, IL
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Beer Vs Wine 5K (Chicago Area), put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
31
Days to train
- Race
- Beer Vs Wine 5K (Chicago Area)
- Date
- July 18, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Beer Vs Wine 5K (Chicago Area)?
- Beer Vs Wine 5K (Chicago Area) is a running race held in Elk Grove, Illinois on July 18, 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 Beer Vs Wine 5K (Chicago Area)?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Elk Grove, Illinois at Busse Forest - Busse Lake Boating Center Picnic Grove #25. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Beer Vs Wine 5K (Chicago Area)?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Beer Vs Wine 5K (Chicago Area)
Jul 18, 2026