Harvard Milk Days
- Date
- June 5, 2027
- Location
- Jefferson School, Harvard, IL
- Distance
- 10K · 5K Run · 2 Mile Fun Walk (Untimed)
From the Organizer
Please complete your registration prior to arriving on site for pickup. All registration done online (no paper apps).
Race Course travels through city streets and rural areas, course surface is asphalt some hills.
Awards to Top Overall Male & Top Overall Female winners fin both 5K and 10K.
Finishers medals for everyone running 5K or 10K.
There will be NO awards/medals for the 2 mile walk.
Shirts are only guaranteed for those who preregister by May 14th. There will NOT be a second order of shirts this year.
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
77°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Marengo, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Harvard, IL
Population
9,875
as of 2023
Elevation
991 ft
Nearest Airport
RFD
Chicago Rockford International Airport · 30 mi
Major Hub
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 47 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Harvard Milk Days, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Harvard Milk Days?
- Harvard Milk Days is a running race held in Harvard, Illinois on June 5, 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 Harvard Milk Days?
- Saturday, June 5, 2027 in Harvard, Illinois at Jefferson School, Harvard, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Harvard Milk Days?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Harvard Milk Days
Jun 5, 2027