From the Organizer
The Lockport Fire Foundation is hosting our 2nd annual 5k walk/run event. The morning of Sunday, October 4th at 9:30am we will be having a 5k run/walk starting at the Hassert Park parking lot across from Lockport Township Fire station 6. We will be utilizing the Forest preserve trail and be doing one full marked loop and ending back in the parking lot.
Register now before prices go up!
Runners and walkers will be the same price. A t-shirt and finisher medal to all those registered and present at race day.
Top three finishers for age groups will also receive a separate winners pin.
Pre Packet pickup will be Friday, October 2nd, 2026, from 730am-5pm at 19623 Renwick Road Lockport IL.
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
69°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Romeoville Wfo, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lockport, IL
Population
26,228
as of 2023
Elevation
647 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 20 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Fire Zone 5k?
- Fire Zone 5k is a running race held in Lockport, Illinois on October 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 Fire Zone 5k?
- Sunday, October 4, 2026 in Lockport, Illinois at 19623 W Renwick Road, Lockport, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Fire Zone 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Fire Zone 5k
Oct 4, 2026