
From the Organizer
The Bully Blitz 5K run and 1-mile walk will take place on Saturday, September at 2:00pm. This event is a fundraiser for It’s A Pittie Rescue, a local nonprofit, volunteer-based rescue. All proceeds from this event will go directly toward the rescue’s mission of rescuing, rehabbing, and rehoming pit bull breeds and educating people about one of America’s most loyal and kind breeds, one dog at a time. This event will feature the 5K and 1-mile walk, After Party at Symerton Tap & Grill, After Party with Band, vendors, adoptable dogs, and much more! We do ask that you leave your furry friends at home.
Check-In: All runners and walkers will check in from 1-2:00pm to receive race instructions, Goodie Bags, chipped race bib & Race T-shirt. Check- in will be at Symerton Tap & Grill 18332 W Commercial St Symerton/Wilmington, IL
Race Times: The race will begin at 2:00pm. Race will be on Wauponsee Glacial Trail-Symerton Access, The race will start with a competitive wave then a fun run wave. All the 1-mile walkers will begin after the last runner. Competitive runners will be awarded 1st, 2nd over all & 1st & 2nd for age groups Male & Female.
Must register by September 2nd to be guaranteed a race shirt!
Events
Weather
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
79°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Channahon Dresden Isl Dam, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
5,507
as of 2023
Elevation
543 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 39 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Bully Blitz 5k Run 1k Walk
Sep 12, 2026