Flight to the Finish
- Date
- August 15, 2026
- Distance
- Flight to the Finish 5K and Kids 100M Dash!
From the Organizer
Welcome to the Flight to the Finish 5K and Kids 100m Dash!
Join us Sat, Aug 16 2025 at 2400 Dowie Memorial Drive (Zion Park District) for a fun-filled event as we launch our Zinnia and Monarch Festival..and Bees Too!
The day begins at 8:30 am with the FREE kids 100 meter dash with ribbons awarded to the top 3 finishers under the age of 10. Then Lace up your running shoes and get ready for the 5K race at 8:45am.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this event is perfect for all ages and skill levels. The 5K (FLAT FAST COURSE) race will test your endurance, while the Kids 100m Dash is a great way to get the little ones involved. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to challenge yourself and have a blast with friends and family. The event closes with a Bubble Bash Celebration for those interested, awards for ages and top finishers AND First Time 5Kers and door prizes! AWESOME Zinnia and Monarch Festival...and Bees Too! T-Shirt!
$5 OFF UNTIL JULY 16 2025
See you at the finish line!
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
80°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Waukegan Rgnl Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Zion, IL
Population
24,466
as of 2023
Elevation
651 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 32 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 Flight to the Finish, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
68
Days to train
- Race
- Flight to the Finish
- Date
- August 15, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Flight to the Finish?
- Flight to the Finish is a running race held in Zion, Illinois on August 15, 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 Flight to the Finish?
- Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Zion, Illinois at 2400 Dowie Memorial Drive, Zion, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Flight to the Finish?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Flight to the Finish
Aug 15, 2026