
Carrera de las Catrinas is a running race on November 1, 2026 in Round Lake Park, IL, with an entry fee of $43.
From the Organizer
Join us for La Carrera de las Catrinas 5K on November 1, 2026—a celebration of culture, community, and education! Inspired by Día de los Muertos, this family-friendly run/walk brings our community together while honoring culture. Proceeds will support scholarships for graduating seniors of Round Lake Senior High School. Come dressed in your favorite Catrina or Catrín-inspired look, bring your family and friends, and join us for a morning filled with community and celebration.
Tamales & champurrado included with registration!
Run for culture. Run for education.
In Partnership With: Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of the Lakes, Dementes Run Club, and Casa de la Cultura Lake County
Registration pricing:
$43.00 18 and over
$23.00 17 and under
*Register by October 15 to guarantee event T-shirt size. After October 15, sizes are available while supplies last.
Registration Includes:
T-Shirt
Tamal & Champurrado
Race Day Registration Opens
7:30 AM
Pre Race Day Packet Pick Up
Friday, October 30
5PM-8PM
121 E. Main Street
Round Lake Park, IL
Race Day Packet Pick
Up begins 1 hour prior to race time.
Age Group Awards
10 and under, 11-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over.
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
54°
Typical Low
37°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lake Villa 2ne, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 27 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Carrera de las Catrinas
Nov 1, 2026