Resolution Run 6K
Resolution Run 6K is a running race on January 1, 2027 in Olympia Fields, IL, with an entry fee of $40.
- Date
- January 1, 2027 (162 days to go)
- Price
- $40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
New Year’s Day Resolution Run
Thursday, January 1st, 2026
6K Run (3.71 miles)
The 6th Annual Resolution Run takes place around the 6k loop of the Cook County Forest Preserve Vollmer Grove Trail and is a fantastic way to say goodbye 2026 and welcome 202 with new goals! This running event races through the trails on New Year’s Day, at a reasonable 11am. We welcome families and participants of all ages to come run or crawl their way to completing their first resolution! Bring warm layers of clothes, tie up your running shoes, and get ready to ‘run into’ 2027!
What is included with your race entry:
• A first-class running experience
• Chip-timing for accurate results.
• A totally set up and well-marked course.
• One-of-a-kind Prizes and Race Swag
• A free custom beanie hat to the first 100 registrants to commemorate your first fitness goal of the year!
Start Times: 11 am
Packet Pickup: Will take place on race day at the start area.
Course Type: Paved Trail
Stroller friendly? Yes
Dogs allowed? Yes
Transportation: Parking is available at the start area. There is an overflow lot available off Flossmoor Road, about 1 mile from the start. If you park at the Flossmoor Road Lot, make a left entering the trails. The Olympia Fields Metra station off the Metra Electric is approximately 2 Miles from the start area.
Awards: We will award medals to the top three overall finishers and the top three in the following age groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-69, & 70 +. Awards will be presented at approximately 12:15 pm.
Course time limit is 1:00 pm.
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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
32°
Typical Low
18°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Park Forest, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Olympia Fields, IL
City Elevation
689 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 19 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- Date
- January 1, 2027
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Resolution Run 6K
Jan 1, 2027