Valiant PT Cross Country Challenge 6k
- Date
- August 30, 2026
- Distance
- Other
- Price
- $30
From the Organizer
Location: Lovelace Park, Evanston, IL
Date/Time: Sunday August 30th Start time: 9AM
Distance: 3.62 mi. (Course Map)
Early Bird Entry Through July 31 Adults $30 14-under: $25
Entry fee August 1-August 30 Adults $35 14-under $30
Race Day Entries--$40
Valiant Physical Therapy for Runners and Illinois Prep Top Timing bring you three all-grass rollercoaster loops of the most exciting public cross-country action in Chicagoland! Sign up as an individual or form a club or pickup team of three or more runners. Team Captains--e-mail jimpotts2112@gmail.com with your team rosters and questions.
Race starts at 9AM followed by awards presentation gathering with burgers and brats for runners and race volunteers. Race entries include a short- or long-sleeve performance-mesh shirt.
RACE DAY VOLUNTEERS--Contact jimpotts2112@gmail.com to volunteer. We are hosting races in August, September, and Thanksgiving Sunday in November 2026. We need help with course setup, course marshals, grill chef and picnic help, and post-event teardown.
SHIRTS
Chose from: Mens Short Sleeve S M L XL
Mens Long Sleeve S M L XL
Womens' Short Sleeve S M L XL
Womens' Long Sleeve S M L XL
2026 is a high-water mark for public cross country in Chicago and the makings of a Chicago Public XC Circuit are in place:
January 2026 Winter Challenge--Bunker Hill Forest Preserve. www.runrace.net.
August 2026 Valiant PT Cross Country Challenge--Evanston, IL
November 2026 (2nd Weekend in Nov) CARA Xtra Mile Cross Country Open--Schaumburg, IL https://www.cararuns.org/
November 2026 (Thanksgiving Weekend) Valiant PT Holiday Cross Country Race & Reunion--Evanston, IL
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
80°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Botanic Garden, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Evanston, IL
Population
76,552
as of 2023
City Elevation
610 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 12 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.
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Days to train
- Race
- Valiant PT Cross Country Challenge 6k
- Date
- August 30, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Valiant PT Cross Country Challenge 6k?
- Valiant PT Cross Country Challenge 6k is a running race held in Evanston, Illinois on August 30, 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 Valiant PT Cross Country Challenge 6k?
- Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Evanston, Illinois at Gross Point Road & Thayer Street. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Valiant PT Cross Country Challenge 6k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Valiant PT Cross Country Challenge 6k
Aug 30, 2026