Day of the Dead Family 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- October 25, 2026
- Distance
- Day of the Dead Family 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Race Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Registration Opens: May 1, 2026
Join us for a 5K run/walk celebrating the Day of the Dead. Run through picturesque Heritage Park and on the streets of Wheeling. Enjoy music and entertainment along the course. Hang out after the race for awards, music and food. Strollers and wagons are welcome. No pets allowed.
All participants will receive the following with their entry fee:
- Participants who register prior to October 1, 2026 are guaranteed a shirt*
- Adult size shirts will be unisex adult sizing
- Kids size shirts will be youth sizing
*No additional shirts will be ordered after October 1st. Supplies are limited, register early to guarantee your shirt selection
- Participation medals
- Awards for 1st place finishers
- Post-race refreshment table
- A party-like atmosphere on the course and post-event celebration.
- Professional chip timing
- Free photo downloads after the event
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
58°
Typical Low
41°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Palwaukee Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wheeling, IL
Population
38,495
as of 2023
Elevation
650 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 11 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.
Race Location
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Days to train
- Race
- Day of the Dead Family 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- October 25, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Day of the Dead Family 5K Run/Walk?
- Day of the Dead Family 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Wheeling, Illinois on October 25, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Day of the Dead Family 5K Run/Walk?
- Sunday, October 25, 2026 in Wheeling, Illinois at Wheeling Park District-Heritage Park, Wheeling, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Day of the Dead Family 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Day of the Dead Family 5K Run/Walk
Oct 25, 2026