JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- October 4, 2026
- Distance
- JJC Foundation 5k Run/Walk - In Person · JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk - Virtual · 1 Mile Wiley Run - In Person & more
From the Organizer
Join us for this year's JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, October 5! Runners/walkers can participate virtually or in-person on our flat, paved course that weaves through Joliet Junior College's beautiful, scenic campus.
RACE SCHEDULE
8:30 a.m. - 1 Mile Kids Wiley Run
9:00 a.m. - JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk
RACE DETAILS
- Chip-timing for in-person runners/walkers.
- Short-sleeve t-shirt and finisher's medal for all 5K participants.
- Stuffed animal and finisher's medal for all Kids Wiley Run participants.
- Age group awards for 5K.
- Team Award for group with most participants.
- Race details are subject to change. Please watch email for race updates.
- Virtual participant swag bags will be sent the week prior to the race.
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
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Joliet Brandon Rd Dam, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Joliet, IL
Elevation
560 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 25 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
118
Days to train
- Race
- JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- October 4, 2026
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk?
- JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Joliet, 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 JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk?
- Sunday, October 4, 2026 in Joliet, Illinois at Joliet Junior College, Joliet, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
JJC Foundation 5K Run/Walk
Oct 4, 2026