
Nina LeCuyer Memorial 5K is a running race on May 31, 2027 in Sheridan, IL, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
2026 Nina LeCuyer Memorial 5K
Please join us as a runner/walker in our 7th running of the Nina LeCuyer Memorial 5K! The run will start/end at the American Legion in Sheridan and the route runs the streets through the village. The $35 registration fee gets you:
· Entry into the 5K race.
· Legion’s Memorial Day Breakfast following the run. Breakfast will open at 0830.
· Invitation to the Legion’s Memoria Day Ceremony to honor those that have served our country (will begin after breakfast).
Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers as well the the top Veteran, and then to the top three male and female finishers in 14 age divisions starting 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24. 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.
Race Day registration will be available starting at 0630.
This run was a dream of Nina LeCuyer, a long-time supporter of Legion Post 0729. To honor her memory, all proceeds from this and future events will support someone in need from the community or to support the Illinois Veteran's Home.
Weather
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
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Marseilles Lock, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
630 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 51 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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