Tyler 'Smitty' Smith 5K

The Annual Tyler 'Smitty' Smith 5K is a memorial run/walk held in Rochelle, Illinois, honoring Tyler Smith, a passionate racer who passed away in 2018. This 5-kilometer event takes place at Atwood Park, across from Cooper Park, and welcomes runners and walkers of all levels, including those with strollers (no dogs allowed). The race is timed but does not award prizes for finishing times.

Participants pay a $40 fee, which includes a race entry, a t-shirt, and lunch from Hicks BBQ served at the Rochelle VFW. The event features raffles and a 50/50 drawing, with all proceeds supporting local scholarships and charities through the Tyler Smith Memorial Foundation. The race occurs rain or shine, with packet pickup at Cooper Park Shelter. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.