
Bolingbrook Howl-O-Ween 5K is a running race on October 17, 2027 in Bolingbrook, IL, with an entry fee of $40.
Love those 4-legged friends of ours? Have a soft spot for rescue animals? Or just want to get some exercise? This event is for you!
Join us for our fith annual 6-legged 5K! Run or walk, with or without your furry friend for a festive Halloween themed event. Registration comes with a Howl-O-Ween 5K sweatshirt, participation medal and race bib. You do not need a dog or costume to participant but we highly encourage both! A costume contest for 4-legged and 2-legged team will be held after the awards presentations.
Date: Sunday October 17, 2027
Time: 8:00 am
Location: Remington Lakes Sports Complex (811 Remington Blvd)
Registration Fees:
Pre-registration (before September 26): $35
Regular Registration (September 27 - October 17): $40
Online registration is open until 8:00am Saturday, October 17 2027.
Awards will be given to the overall top male and female finishers. The 1st, 2nd & 3rd male and female finishers in the following age groups will also receive an award: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-65, 66+. And most importantly we will providfe a special award for the Top Dog, who finishes the race 1st (not is a carrier or stroller) .
Pre-registration racers will be able to pick up race packets on October 15, 2027 between 4:00-7:00pm at the Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Lane) in our Multipurpose Room.
*Please note that any registrations after September 26, 2027 are not guaranteed a sweatshirt or their requested size on race day.
If you do bring your 4-legged friend along, you must adhere to the following guidelines:
o You are responsible for the actions of your dog.
o Dogs must be leashed at all times.
o Leashes must not exceed 8 feet.
o No dogs with known aggressive behavior toward other dogs or people may participate.
o Be polite: pick up and dispose of dog feces.
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
63°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Romeoville Wfo, 6 mi from the venue.
Population
73,813
as of 2023
City Elevation
667 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 20 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Bolingbrook Howl-O-Ween 5K
Oct 17, 2027