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The Memorial 5K

The Memorial 5K is a running race on May 30, 2027 in Lake Barrington, IL, with entry fees from $25 to $30.

Date
May 30, 2027 (199 days to go)
Price
$25–$30
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

Join the Memorial 5K Foundation to honor our nation and remember the service and sacrifice of those who have died in the line of duty.  Participate in the 6th Annual Memorial 5K Race on Sunday, May 30, 2027.

Our area veterans and active-duty service members will conduct a brief ceremony of remembrance followed by the running of our unique 5K race.

The racecourse, through the Lake Barrington Shores community, has been certified by U.S. Track and Field and will be professionally chip timed.  Participants will receive a race tech shirt and beautiful finishers medal as part of their registration. 

The Memorial 5K is a 100% Charity 5K Race. The proceeds from your race registration will benefit the Memorial 5K Foundation & charity partnerships including the Veterans of Lake Barrington Shores. 

Start Time: 8:00 AM.  A Ceremony of Remembrance will proceed the Memorial 5K Race Start.

Where:  Starting Line at Market Place Shopping Center, Corner of Kelsey Road and Route 59 in Lake Barrington, 60010.  Parking available at ReMax Properties Northwest, 5041 Shoreline Road, Lake Barrington, IL 60010.

Events

The Memorial 5K Race - Service Member/Veteran$25
The Memorial 5K Race$30

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

73°

Typical Low

53°

Chance of Rain

44%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Barrington 3sw, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:20 AMSunset 8:20 PMDaylight 15h 1m

About Lake Barrington, IL

Nearest Airport

ORD

Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 17 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

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Days to train

Race
The Memorial 5K
Date
May 30, 2027

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Memorial 5K?
The Memorial 5K is a running race held in Lake Barrington, Illinois on May 30, 2027. 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 Memorial 5K?
Sunday, May 30, 2027 in Lake Barrington, Illinois at Kelsey Road and Route 59. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for The Memorial 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

The Memorial 5K

May 30, 2027

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