Carl Sandburg Athletic Booster 5K Run/Walk
Carl Sandburg Athletic Booster 5K Run/Walk is a running race on September 13, 2026 in Orland Park, IL, with entry fees from $35 to $50.
- Date
- September 13, 2026 (2 days to go)
- Price
- $35–$50
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Inaugural Carl Sandburg Athletic Booster 5K
Sunday, September 13th, 2026
For over 50 years, the Carl Sandburg athletic program has had an ongoing tradition of excellence. Carl Sandburg High School continues to produce elite athletes who put sportsmanship, teamwork & dedication first. Our student athletes’ hard work and their devotion to their sport, as well as their academics, can be seen throughout our school and the community.
We have continued to provide funds through our annual craft fair in November each year. As of this year, we were able to provide 27 senior athletes with $2,000 scholarships. In addition, we have decided to pursue a yearly 5K to help grow our organization and expand our reach to our students. All proceeds benefit senior scholarships and assistance in purchasing equipment and technology for our Athletic Department which are not part of their regular budget.
This event is open to the public and will also have awards per age group. Please stay after the race for a chance to win prizes from local community vendors, including Sandburg merchandise.
Shirt Guarantee
Register by 9/1 to get guarantee a shirt
Pre-Race Packet Pickup
Friday, 9/11 through Saturday, 9/12
Store Hours: Mon–Fri: 10–6, Sat: 10–5
The Human Race Sports
15148 LaGrange Rd, Orland Park, IL
Race Day Packet Pickup
Near Start/Finish Line: 7-8AM
5K Overall Awards
Top 1 Male & Top 1 Female [Gun Time]
Age Group Double Dipping NOT Allowed
5K Age Group Awards
Top 1 Male & Top 1 Female [Net Time]
9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
During registration, please make sure to select the Sports Team you chose to represent. Teams will be competing against each other for Sandburg Sports Team Coach Wish List Funds Awards for the 2026-2027 school year.
1st Place - $500
2nd Place - $300
3rd Place - $150
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Sunday, 9/13
High
78°
Low
62°
Conditions
Partly sunny
Chance of Rain
21%
Wind
5 to 10 mph
Host City
About Orland Park, IL
Population
57,961
as of 2023
City Elevation
717 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 13 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
- Carl Sandburg Athletic Booster 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- September 13, 2026
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Carl Sandburg Athletic Booster 5K Run/Walk
Sep 13, 2026