From the Organizer
We're hosting our 1st annual Twilight 5k to kick off a fun-filled weekend at Vernon Hills Days where you'll have the chance to race against/run from members of the Vernon Hills Police Department! This is a charity event and proceeds will be donated to the Veterans Path To Hope.
The race will start promptly at 6:30pm on the festival grounds.
Packet Pickup will be held prior to the event starting at 5pm.
Post-Race Celebration: Cross the finish line and head straight into our beer tent for some DJ music and refreshments!
Family-Friendly: A flat, fast course perfect for runners, walkers, and strollers of all ages.
Commemorative Swag: Every participant receives a finisher’s medal.
Why Join Us?
This isn't just a race; it's a celebration of our active local community. It’s the perfect way to log some miles while enjoying the cooler evening air and the vibrant spirit of our neighbors.
Events
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
82°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mundelein 4 Wsw, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
26,772
as of 2023
Elevation
706 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 18 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
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Police Chase Twilight 5k @ Vernon Hills Days, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
12th Annual Dash Around the Lake
3 miles away
Run the Runway at Chicago Executive Airport
7 miles away
Stars and Stripes - America's 250th Anniversary Challenge
5 miles away
Back-to-School Family Fun 5K
7 miles away
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 the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Police Chase Twilight 5k @ Vernon Hills Days
Jul 15, 2026