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Scarecrow Scramble

Date
October 3, 2026
Distance
5K - In Person · Youth Run · Tot Dash
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From the Organizer

Run or walk to help us provide recreation scholarships to low-income families who do not have the means to participate in recreation activities. All proceeds benefit the Lisle Partners for Parks Foundation Scholarship Fund & Lisle Teens with Character Program.
 

Please take the time to read through the following race information.

General Race Guidelines:
• Costumes are encouraged! You don't have to dress up in a costume to conquer the Scarecrow Scramble, but it definitely makes it more fun!
• No pets allowed on course.
• Strollers are only permitted if you are walking in the 5K. You will be placed at the end of the line.
• To minimize the risk of injury, parents are responsible for watching their kids throughout event.
• Race officials maintain the right to cancel the event for safety due to severe weather conditions.

Registration Guidelines:
• ALL REGISTRATION FEES ARE FINAL AND NON-REFUNDABLE.
• Every participant must sign a waiver at registration.
• Register by 11:59pm on 9/14/2025 to be guaranteed a race shirt
• Participants must register online, no in-person or mail-in registration will be offered.
• Race day registration will be offered in-person from 5:00-6:30pm
• Race day registration will be offered online through 6:30pm
• Race bib & shirt pick up will take place Friday between 4-7pm at the Lisle Recreation Center. Race bib & shirt pick up will also be offered from 5:00-6:30pm on race day. 
• Race Participants will receive 1 (one) food ticket redeemable after the race.
• Boss Dawgz of Lisle will be on site grilling up their 100% all beef hot dogs as well as their signature "Identity Crisis" vegetarian char grilled portobello mushroom. Chicago Style toppings will be provided! 1 food ticket is good for 1 dog! Additional dogs may be purchased for a fee. 
• Race Participants will receive 1 (one) beverage ticket redeemable after the race. Alcohol ONLY for participants 21 years of age & older. 

Tot Dash:
• The Tot Dash will start at 6:15pm in the outfield of baseball field #1
• All runners will receive a ribbon when they cross the finish line.
• All runners will receive 1 (one) food and 1 (one) beverage ticket. Boss Dawgz of Lisle will be on site grilling up their 100% all beef hot dogs as well as their signature "Identity Crisis" portobello mushroom steak dog. Chicago Style toppings will be provided! 1 food ticket is good for 1 dog! Additional dogs may be purchased for a fee. 
• No shirt for Tot Dash registrants.

Youth Run:
• The Youth Run will start at 6:30pm. 
• All runners will receive a ribbon when they cross the finish line.
• All runners will receive 1 (one) food and 1 (one) beverage ticket. Boss Dawgz of Lisle will be on site grilling up their 100% all beef hot dogs as well as their signature "Identity Crisis" vegetarian char grilled portobello mushroom. Chicago Style toppings will be provided! 1 food ticket is good for 1 dog! Additional dogs may be purchased for a fee. 
• Any child age 11 & under that has paid for a 5K registration may also participate in the Youth Run free of charge. Only one shirt will be given.

5K Run / Walk:
• 5K will begin at 7:00pm 
• All runners will receive 1 (one) food and 1 (one) beverage ticket.  Ages 21 & over will receive an alcohol ticket.
• Top Male/Female Overall & Top Male/Female Masters 40+ will receive trophies. 1st, 2nd & 3rd place Male/Female in each age group (9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+) will receive a medal. Winners will be announced after the race.

Following Race: Food & Drinks!
• Boss Dawgz of Lisle will be on site grilling up their 100% all beef hot dogs as well as their signature "Identity Crisis" vegetarian char grilled portobello mushroom. Chicago Style toppings will be provided!  (and ketchup for the kids)  Check out Boss Dawgz here!
• 1 food ticket is good for 1 dog! Additional dogs may be purchased for a fee. 
• Bubblehouse Brewing Company will be providing the post race beer again this year! Isle of Lisle Mexican Lager and Get Yo Festy On Fest Beer will be on tap! https://www.bubblehousebrewing.com/ontap
• There will be post race food and drink for participants provided following the race. Food and drink tickets must be presented. 
• 5K award ceremony will take place following the race at 7:45pm by the band shell

Results:
• Participants who opted in during the registration process will receive a text message with their time shortly after crossing the finish line.
• Results will be updated throughout the evening at www.ItsRaceTime.com 

Race Bib & Shirt Pick Up
• Race bib & shirt pick up will take place Friday before the race. You can pick up your race bag between 4-7pm at the Lisle Recreation Center, 1925 Ohio Street, Lisle. If you are unable to make it on Friday, you can pick-up your race bag on Saturday between 5:30 & 6:30 at the band shell. 

Event Benefits:
• Run or walk to help The Lisle Partners for Parks Foundation provide recreation scholarships to low-income families who do not have the means to participate in recreation activities, and the Lisle Teens with Character Program.

Events

5K - In Person7 PMRegister →
Youth Run6:30 PMRegister →
Tot Dash6:15 PMRegister →

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

69°

Typical Low

46°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Lisle-Morton Arboretum, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:52 AMSunset 6:32 PMDaylight 11h 40m

Host City

About Lisle, IL

Population

23,413

as of 2023

Elevation

709 ft

Nearest Airport

ORD

Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 16 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.

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Race
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Date
October 3, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Scarecrow Scramble?
Scarecrow Scramble is a running race held in Lisle, Illinois on October 3, 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 Scarecrow Scramble?
Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Lisle, Illinois at 1825 Short Street, Lisle, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Scarecrow Scramble?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Scarecrow Scramble

Oct 3, 2026

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