Miles for Smiles 5K
Miles for Smiles 5K is a running race on May 1, 2027 in McHenry, IL, with entry fees from $15 to $35.
- Date
- May 1, 2027 (246 days to go)
- Location
- 1012 N Green St, McHenry, IL
- Price
- $15–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
This event will be serving two purposes: fund the NHS scholarships and raise money for the K9s 4 U Dog Rescue. Each year, NHS hosts an event to pay for our scholarships. It has been a huge success over the years and we've made it an annual event.
Packet Pickup
Friday, April 30th, 4:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 1st, 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. Both Dates at 1012 N. Green Street. McHenry.
Registration
Registration includes shirt and packet, while supplies last. All registration will be online only. Please complete your registration prior to coming on site for pickup. Please note, the price will increase to $40 on race day.
Awards
Top 3 Males and Top 3 Females in each age group: 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
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
65°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mc Henry -Wg Stratton L&D, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About McHenry, IL
Population
27,774
as of 2023
City Elevation
740 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 31 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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Miles for Smiles 5K
May 1, 2027