Thin Mint Sprint 2026
Thin Mint Sprint 2026 is a running race on September 12, 2026 in Fox River Grove, IL, with an entry fee of $45.
- Date
- September 12, 2026 (6 days to go)
- Price
- $45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for the 22nd Annual Thin Mint Sprint!!
Get ready to lace up your running shoes because we’re back with an exhilarating in-person race! This year, we’re bringing back the timed 5K fun run/walk, as well as a 1-mile walk/run option. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 12, and head to the Algonquin Road School for an epic day of racing and community celebration. And don't forget about the post-race party – it's going to be a blast! This is an event you won't want to miss, so join us for an unforgettable day of fitness, fun, and togetherness!
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Registration Details
Your registration fee covers everything you need for the Thin Mint Sprint: a T-shirt, a high-tech chipped timing bib, a shiny medal, a trendy patch, a whole box of official Girl Scout Thin Mint Cookies, and even more awesome race swag items. Get ready to run and enjoy all these fantastic goodies!
$40 Early-Bird Registration ~ March 31 - August 14, at 11:59 p.m.
$45 Regular Registration ~ August 15 – September 11, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
$50 Race Day ~ September 12, 2026
Race packet pick-up will occur during race check-in on September 12th.
Virtual runners will be contacted in regard to packet mailing.
Check-in on race day opens at 7:45 a.m.
Race begins at 8:30 a.m. sharp!
After-party immediately following until 12:00 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE THE RACE LOCATION HAS CHANGED! NEW RACE LOCATION, IS ALGONQUIN ROAD SCHOOL.
Location : 975 Algonquin Road, Fox River Grove, IL 60021
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 9/12
High
83°
Low
—
Conditions
Mostly sunny
Chance of Rain
14%
Wind
5 to 10 mph
Host City
About Fox River Grove, IL
Population
4,501
as of 2023
City Elevation
786 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 22 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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6
Days to train
- Race
- Thin Mint Sprint 2026
- Date
- September 12, 2026
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Thin Mint Sprint 2026
Sep 12, 2026