Elmhurst Running Club 4 on the 4th
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 4-Mile · Kids 1K
From the Organizer
This is the 21st year for this holiday tradition. The 4-miler will get your Fourth of July sparkling with runners from Chicagoland and beyond! Set on the beautiful streets of west-suburban Elmhurst, the race starts and finishes at Elmhurst University across from historic Wilder Park. We also have a fun Kids 1K (ages 5-12). Don't miss the excitement. We sold out last year. Sign up today!
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
84°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Ohare Intl Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Elmhurst, IL
Population
45,538
as of 2023
Elevation
707 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 6 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 Elmhurst Running Club 4 on the 4th, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
26
Days to train
- Race
- Elmhurst Running Club 4 on the 4th
- Date
- July 4, 2026
Coming Up
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5K
7 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Elmhurst Running Club 4 on the 4th?
- Elmhurst Running Club 4 on the 4th is a running race held in Elmhurst, Illinois on July 4, 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 Elmhurst Running Club 4 on the 4th?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Elmhurst, Illinois at 190 Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Elmhurst Running Club 4 on the 4th?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Elmhurst Running Club 4 on the 4th
Jul 4, 2026