From the Organizer
Experience the festive El Trote De Las Calacas (Skeleton Trot), a USTF-certified 5K race/walk and lively cultural event in its third annual year! With over 1,000 attendees in 2025, all will experience the celebration honoring Day of the Dead with music, food, dancing catrinas, performers, a cultural marketplace and more. The race steps off amid music and fanfare at 9 am on a course that begins at the Gail Borden Public Library at 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin, IL 60120.
Be part of the tradition. Run with the Calacas!
Presented by the Gail Borden Public Library District Foundation and the U-46 Educational Foundation. By participating as a runner, walker, sponsor, or volunteer, you help support two of the community’s premier child-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits. This unique partnership turns every stride into an investment for the community, combining cultural celebration with a powerful fundraising mission.
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
66°
Typical Low
43°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elgin, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Elgin, IL
Population
114,106
as of 2023
Elevation
821 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 21 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at El Trote De Las Calacas, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the El Trote De Las Calacas?
- El Trote De Las Calacas is a running race held in Elgin, Illinois on October 10, 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 El Trote De Las Calacas?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Elgin, Illinois at 270 N. Grove, Elgin, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the El Trote De Las Calacas?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
El Trote De Las Calacas
Oct 10, 2026