Miles for Smiles 5K - Elmwood

NOV
15
2025
Run or walk the inaugural Miles for Smiles 5K in Elmwood IL on November 15 2025, with a free Kids Fun Run for ages 8 and under. Proceeds benefit a local high school coach battling cancer so every step supports a great cause.
Sat 15 Nov 2025
5 kilometers

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Miles for Smiles 5K - Event overview

The Miles for Smiles 5K is an inaugural run/walk scheduled for November 15, 2025 in Elmwood, IL. The event includes these options:

  • 5K Run/Walk
  • Kids Fun Run (untimed, ages 8 & under)

Organizers describe the route as suitable for runners and walkers. The 2025 event benefits a local high school cross country and track/field coach who is battling cancer.

Registration, awards, and organization

Registration fees are listed as inclusive of mandatory charges. Kids ages 8 and under may enter the Kids Fun Run for free. For the 5K, shirts are guaranteed for registrations completed by October 31; shirts are not guaranteed for later registrations. For the Kids Fun Run, shirts are offered for purchase during the registration period that ends October 31.

The event is organized by The Mighty Mack Foundation, with timing and scoring provided by ShaZam Racing. Bib pickup opens before the race and an awards ceremony follows the 5K. Overall awards are given to the top male and top female by gun time. Age group awards (net time) go to the top three males and top three females in each bracket: 13 & under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60 & over. Age group double dipping is not allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run/walk
Kids Fun Run (untimed)

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