Raceway 5K
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Event overview
The Raceway 5K/3K is a run and walk held at Raceway Woods Forest Preserve on the site of the former Meadowdale International Speedway, at the northwest corner of Route 31 and Main Street/Huntley Road in Carpentersville, Illinois 60110. The event includes in-person and virtual participation options and has been staged annually.
Distances and registration
- 5K Run/Walk
- 3K Run/Walk
- Virtual 5K/3K Run
Entry fees vary by registration period. Early registration is listed at about $39.44, standard pricing near $44.79, and late or race-day pricing near $50.14. The virtual option is shown at $44.79 and includes shipping for the race shirt. Pre-race packet pick up is to be announced. Race day registration is available near the start for an additional $5 fee.
Course, awards, and beneficiaries
The course follows parts of the former raceway and includes curves, straightaways, banked turns, and hills within the forest preserve. Dogs are permitted and a "Top Dog" award is included. Awards include top three overall male and female finishers, age-group awards (14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & over), and a top team award for the first five finishers. Proceeds support charities of the Rotary Club of Carpentersville, including the Carpentersville F.I.S.H. Food Pantry and Operation Warm. Virtual participants can record and submit results using fitness-tracking apps or manual entry for posting to the event results. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.