Footsteps for Families: 5k, Walk & Kids Run
- Date
- April 10, 2027
- Distance
- 5K Competitive Race · 5k Walk (untimed) · Kid's Fun Run/Walk (100 meters, on the track & FREE)
From the Organizer
2nd Annual Footsteps for Families!
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Harlem High School, Machesney Park, IL 61115
5K Run/Walk, Kids Fun Run & Family Fun Day!
Take Steps to End Child Abuse, Keep Children Safe & Families Together! This event serves as both an awareness and promotional opportunity for Safe Families for Children.
- 5K Run
- A timed race for runners of all ages and abilities.
- Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age category (categories TBA)
- Monetary prizes will be awarded to the top three overall male and female finishers. (1st $150, 2nd $100, 3rd $50)
- Walk Non-Competitive (not timed)
- Walk for families/participants.
- Kids Fun Run/Walk (100 meters, FREE)
- A fun run for children of all ages will be run on the safety of the Harlem HS track (100 meters).
- All participants will receive a medal and a small prize.
- Must be under 10 years old
- MUST register and will receive a bib
- Family Fun Day
- Enjoy music, free food, games, activities, face painting, giveaways, and more!
Additional Information:
- The 5k course will include the scenic Willow Creek Path.
- There will be very few traffic crossings.
- Specific directions will be sent to every registrant.
- No inline skates or pets please!
Schedule:
- 8:30am - Doors Open
- 9:00am - 5k Competitive Runners
- 9:15am - 5k Walkers
- 10:00am - Kids Fun Run
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
53°
Typical Low
32°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Beloit, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Machesney Park, IL
Population
22,744
as of 2023
Elevation
735 ft
Nearest Airport
RFD
Chicago Rockford International Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 64 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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Days to train
- Race
- Footsteps for Families: 5k, Walk & Kids Run
- Date
- April 10, 2027
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Footsteps for Families: 5k, Walk & Kids Run?
- Footsteps for Families: 5k, Walk & Kids Run is a running race held in Machesney Park, Illinois on April 10, 2027. 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 Footsteps for Families: 5k, Walk & Kids Run?
- Saturday, April 10, 2027 in Machesney Park, Illinois at 1 Huskie Circle, Machesney Park, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Footsteps for Families: 5k, Walk & Kids Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Footsteps for Families: 5k, Walk & Kids Run
Apr 10, 2027