Storming Into Action - Play Knows No Limits is a running race on October 3, 2026 in Walnut, IL, with an entry fee of $25.
From the Organizer
This family-friendly event is more than just a race—it's an opportunity to make a lasting difference for the children of Bureau Valley Elementary. Every registration helps fund improvements to our school playground, including a new accessible safety surface and inclusive playground equipment that will allow students of all abilities to learn, play, and grow together.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking with family and friends, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps create a playground where no child is limited by physical barriers.
Come enjoy the excitement of Walnut Fall Fest, support a meaningful community project, and help us build a place where every child can experience the joy of play.
Together, we're Storming Into Action because Play Knows No Limits!
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
70°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Walnut.
Host City
City Elevation
720 ft
Nearest Airport
MLI
Quad City International Airport · 47 mi
Major Hub
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 93 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Storming Into Action - Play Knows No Limits, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
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 an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Storming Into Action - Play Knows No Limits
Oct 3, 2026