Woodland ROAR Run
- Date
- September 11, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 1 Mile · Shirt Only (Not racing)
From the Organizer
Join fellow students, teachers, parents, and administrators for the Woodland ROAR Run, featuring a 5k race and 1 mile Fun Run to benefit the Woodland PTA! Grab your friends and neighbors for an exciting evening of friendly competition, music, and camaraderie - all are welcome to race to the finish. The race will start at Woodland Middle School and wind around beautiful Bittersweet Golf Course and the neighboring community. Don't miss this fun night to kick off the school year and support the students and teachers of the Woodland District!
Our PTA is offering runners who need financial assistance a scholarship to help pay entry fees. Please contact us if you are looking for help, and your information will be kept confidential.
You must register by 8/26 to be guaranteed a race shirt.
For more information, visit http://www.roarrun.com/
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
76°
Typical Low
56°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Waukegan, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Gurnee, IL
Population
30,486
as of 2023
Elevation
717 ft
Nearest Airport
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 27 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 Woodland ROAR Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
95
Days to train
- Race
- Woodland ROAR Run
- Date
- September 11, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Woodland ROAR Run?
- Woodland ROAR Run is a running race held in Gurnee, Illinois on September 11, 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 Woodland ROAR Run?
- Friday, September 11, 2026 in Gurnee, Illinois at Woodland Middle School, Gurnee, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Woodland ROAR Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Woodland ROAR Run
Sep 11, 2026