NAMI Sauk Area 5K
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- 3807 Woodlawn Road, Sterling, IL
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · Virtual Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Bib/Swag Pick-up
Friday 4:00-6:00PM
- Sinnissippi Park (First Shelter) in Sterling
Saturday Race Day 7:00-7:45AM
- Hoover Park Red Barn in Sterling
Team Registration
Teams of 4 receive a $5 discount/refund per person (ONLY applies to adults - refund applied after the 4th team member has registered)
Grab 3 or more of your friends and make a team. Fastest 3 teams win a trophy!
Bag / Key Check
There will be a bag check in for race participants. You will find this inside the Red Barn. NAMI Sauk Area is NOT responsible for any items checked.
Pets & Strollers
Pets are not allowed on the race course during the race and warm-ups of the NAMI Sauk Area 5K. Strollers are allowed with walkers in the race. Please allow the runners to lead the pack, followed by walkers, followed by walkers with strollers.
Food Tent
A boxed lunch will be provided along with water to all participants. The food will be prepared and wrapped by a licensed restaurant kitchen.
Weather Plan
If there is severe weather during the race, please seek shelter in one of the pavilions in Sinnissippi Park or the Red Barn and Hoover Park. If the race needs to be cancelled due to weather, it will be posted on the Facebook page (NAMI Sauk Area 5K) and an e-mail will be sent out to all registered participants.
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
83°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dixon 1w, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Sterling, IL
Population
14,670
as of 2023
Elevation
653 ft
Nearest Airport
RFD
Chicago Rockford International Airport · 41 mi
Major Hub
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 93 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 NAMI Sauk Area 5K, 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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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the NAMI Sauk Area 5K?
- NAMI Sauk Area 5K is a running race held in Sterling, Illinois on July 11, 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 NAMI Sauk Area 5K?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Sterling, Illinois at 3807 Woodlawn Road, Sterling, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the NAMI Sauk Area 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
NAMI Sauk Area 5K
Jul 11, 2026