
From the Organizer
Join us for the 32nd annual Rotary Run Charity Classic!
The Rotary Run Charity Classic, Hinsdale's beloved family run, has been Running Strong for over 30 years! While much has changed over the decades, the heart of the event remains the same: affordable prices, a family-friendly atmosphere, and something for every runner, walker, and furry friend. The Rotary Run features 10K, 5K, and 3K run options, along with 5K and 3K walk and Mutt Strutt events. All proceeds support both local and international charitable efforts. Come celebrate tradition, community, and giving back—one step at a time!
EVENT LOCATION: All events begin in Robbins Park, directly east of The Community
House at the intersection of 7th and Vine Streets and finish on 8th Street in front of
The Community House.
-Hinsdale Bank & Trust10K Run - 8:30am start
-The Rooney Family 5K Run - 8:45am start
-The MPS Loria Financial Planners 3K Run - 8:50am start
-The Jaguar-Land Rover Hinsdale 5K Walk- 8:55am start
-DeSitter Flooring 3K Walk - 8:55am start
-Murphy Construction The Mutt Strut - 8:55am start
9:45 AM: School District 181 Mascot Race (At finish line) Race Awards and School
Awards
T-shirt and bib pick up will be 10/3 from 10:00am-2:00pm and 10/4 from 7:00-8:30am at The Community House
In order to guarantee t-shirt size or quantity, all registrations must be in by September 10th.
Race Maps and Routes are available HERE
What is and is not allowed on the course?
The 10K and 5K runs do not allow bicycles, in-line skates, other wheeled vehicles
(except wheelchairs and hand cranks) and dogs. Baby joggers and strollers are allowed
in all events, but must line up at the back of the start line for the 10K and 5K runs.
Parking
There is plenty of street parking within several blocks of The Community House.
Additional parking is located at Madison School, 611 S Madison St, Hinsdale, IL 60521
at the Hinsdale Central High School, 5550 S Grant St, Hinsdale, IL 60521.
Event Refunds, Deferrals, and Cancellation Policy
This event is approved by the venue to occur as a live in-person event. Our participant guarantee is as follows: If this event is canceled due to COVID-19, participants will have the option to participate virtually, or to simply donate the registration fee to the Hinsdale Rotary Run Charity Classic. (participants choice).In all other circumstances, participants must agree that refunds and deferrals will NOT be issued for any reason, including participant injury, illness, and any other issues out of the control of the event, including, but not limited to cancellation due to weather/lightning.
Events
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
68°
Typical Low
45°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lisle-Morton Arboretum, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
49,867
as of 2023
Elevation
749 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 12 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Rotary Run Charity Classic, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
Daisy Dash
3 miles away
College of DuPage 5k & Track Fest
5 miles away
Ben's Memorial Mile & Community Festival
3 miles away
SMG 5K Race & 1 Mile Run
3 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Rotary Run Charity Classic
Oct 4, 2026