Plainfield American Legion 5K Charity Run
- Date
- June 13, 2026
- Location
- 24741 Renwick Rd, Plainfield, IL
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 50 Meter Kid Dash · 5K RUCK & more
From the Organizer
This year we are raising funds for a fallen Marine Veteran's Widow and newborn child of Cpl Cole Bircher. Portion of each registration will go to the family. We also have 2 events to raise additional funds for the family. We will have a "Bike Coral" Motorcycles lining the start/ finish line, 100% of those funds will go to the family, and we will have a mechanical bull riding competition 5 bucks to ride, 10 to compete for best time. Lastly 100% of funds raised via Donations will go to the family.
We will have a kids Dash ( 50 meter dash), 5K Run, Walk and Ruck.
This is an out and back course starting at and ending at the Plainfield American Legion.
Route Race will begin on River Rd at the West entrance of Plainfield American Legion. From there head south, turn (L) East on W Easy Street, North ( L) on Leawood Dr, East (R) on Brittany St, North (L) on Renwick Park Dr, East onto Fort Beggs Bike Trail to turn around point just past W Fraser Rd and back at start/ finish.
After party will be at Plainfield American Legion. We will have food trucks, 2 full service bars, raffle baskets, live band, vendors to name a few. Your registration will include, 1 free draft beer, 1 cocktail or 1 free fountain drinks.
Packet Pick up will be at Plainfield American Legion. ( pick up dates/times to be announced via Facebook and Email)
Professional Chip Timing by J3 Timing, Awards will be overall and age category recognition pins and 1st 200 participants will receive a finisher medals
Parking, Carpooling is suggested, Parking will be available at Plainfield Park Districts grounds located at 24550 West Renwick Road
Plainfield, and at Mather Woods 25032 West Renwick Rd, Plainfield.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/13
High
87°
Low
63°
Conditions
Slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
36%
Wind
5 to 10 mph
Host City
About Plainfield, IL
Population
45,705
as of 2023
Elevation
610 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 27 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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- Plainfield American Legion 5K Charity Run
- Date
- June 13, 2026
- Location
- 24741 Renwick Rd, Plainfield, IL
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- What is the Plainfield American Legion 5K Charity Run?
- Plainfield American Legion 5K Charity Run is a running race held in Plainfield, Illinois on June 13, 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 Plainfield American Legion 5K Charity Run?
- Saturday, June 13, 2026 in Plainfield, Illinois at 24741 Renwick Rd, Plainfield, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Plainfield American Legion 5K Charity Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Plainfield American Legion 5K Charity Run
Jun 13, 2026