The Fall Color 5K
- Date
- October 24, 2026
- Location
- 4100 IL Rt 53, Lisle, IL
- Distance
- 8:00 a.m. Shotgun Start 5K · Virtual 5K
From the Organizer
Spend a magical fall morning running or walking through a scenic course with trees just at the cusp of their full autumnal color change. You’ll experience a unique course with rolling terrain along the Arboretum’s East Side, perfect for participants of all levels to help kick off the Fall Color Festival. A virtual 5K option is also available.
Once you’ve conquered the course, stay for a postrace party with live music, food, and a complimentary beer!
Your ticket purchase helps support the Arboretum’s mission to plant and protect trees for a greener, healthier, and more beautiful world.
Line up with everyone at 8:00 a.m. for a shotgun start. Cross by 8:15am if you'd like to go your own pace.
Note: Medals will only be awarded to those who compete in the 8:00 a.m. shot gun start.
Arboretum Members save $10 per registration. The discount will be applied during the registration process after entering your Member number.
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
59°
Typical Low
37°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lisle-Morton Arboretum, 2 mi from the venue.
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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Fall Color 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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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.
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Fall Color 5K?
- The Fall Color 5K is a running race held in Lisle, Illinois on October 24, 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 Fall Color 5K?
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Lisle, Illinois at 4100 IL Rt 53, Lisle, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Fall Color 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Fall Color 5K
Oct 24, 2026