Cook Cancer 5K Run/Walk
Cook Cancer 5K Run/Walk is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Franklin Grove, IL, with an entry fee of $33.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (50 days to go)
- Price
- $33
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Franklin Grove Area Historical Society is proud to host, The Cook Cancer 5K Walk/Run in memory of Ron and Melody Cook, this is a new event which invites runners and walkers of all ages to experience the various terrains in Chaplin Creek Historic Village, 1715 Whitney Rd, in Franklin Grove, Illinois.
Cancer has affected many households, by participating, you're not only getting active and having fun, but you're also helping make a meaningful impact in cancer research through the American Cancer Society, where the profits from the race are going.
Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, this 5K is a chance to come together, give back, and celebrate everything that makes Franklin Grove special. The Franklin Grove Area Historical Society, a 501C3 non-profit organization, hopes to see you October 17th, 2026.
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
62°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dixon 1w, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Franklin Grove, IL
Nearest Airport
RFD
Chicago Rockford International Airport · 27 mi
Major Hub
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 72 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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50
Days to train
- Race
- Cook Cancer 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- October 17, 2026
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Cook Cancer 5K Run/Walk
Oct 17, 2026