From the Organizer
This race will be ran through prospect park. All ages are welcome starting at age 5. First place will be awarded to each age bracket and they will be broken down in groups of 10. The registration fee is 25.00 per entry and kids 12 and under are free. All proceeds will benefit the Elgin Lifewise Program for the 2026-2027 school year!
Events
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
84°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Marion 2 N, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
929 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 36 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Elgin Local Lifewise Walk/Run 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Elgin Local Lifewise Walk/Run 5K
Jul 18, 2026