SSW Running Club Club Challenge 5k
- Date
- August 5, 2026
- Distance
- SSW Club Challenge 5k
From the Organizer
The Homewood Flossmoor Community Running Club challenges all Chicagoland Clubs to compete in the 4th annual South-Southwest Suburban Club Challenge.
Area clubs can form 3 person teams of all males, all females, or co-ed- both for high school, open, and masters. The times of the three finishers will be added up to determine the Champions in each division.
Unattached runners are welcome.
Following the race participants can receive one free appetizer at our awards ceremony at Oliver's in Oak Forest starting at 8:00 PM.
Email bob@ilpreptoptiming to get your club registered and receive a $15 discount for members of your club.
This Wednesday evening race kicks off at 7:00 PM and runs through the trails of Yankee Woods.
The Start and Finish of the race is at Yankee Woods, approximately 166th & Central Ave. in Tinley Park.
Top three overall individuals will receive awards, as well as the top three in each of the following age groups:
14 & Under
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70 & Older
Events
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
83°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Park Forest, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Tinley Park, IL
Population
55,007
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 15 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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Days to train
- Race
- SSW Running Club Club Challenge 5k
- Date
- August 5, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the SSW Running Club Club Challenge 5k?
- SSW Running Club Club Challenge 5k is a running race held in Tinley Park, Illinois on August 5, 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 SSW Running Club Club Challenge 5k?
- Wednesday, August 5, 2026 in Tinley Park, Illinois at 16600 S. Central Ave, Tinley Park, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the SSW Running Club Club Challenge 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
SSW Running Club Club Challenge 5k
Aug 5, 2026