Run the Rails - Elburn, IL

Name: Run the Rails
Start: 2022-08-20T08:15:00-04:00
Location: Prairie Park East North Street & 3rd Street, Elburn, IL, United States

Presented by Elburn Parks Commission

4-MILE RUN 7-MILE RUN 1-MILE FUN RUN

Run the Rails is a fun race experience benefiting the Elburn Parks Commission and other local charities on Saturday, August 20st, 2022.

We will host a 1-mile fun run/walk, a 4-mile run and a 7-mile run. All races start and finish at Prairie Park (3rd and North Street near the library), Elburn, IL.

Unique to our event is a 1 mile fun run, 4 mile run and 7 mile run. Courses cross the Union Pacific West rail line via the Anderson Road bridge, offering a stunning view of Elburn and the surrounding countryside.

IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE A TANK TOP AT PACKET PICKUP - YOU MUST REGISTER BY AUGUST 4 AND CHOOSE THE OPTION.

For 2022 we are proud to announce we are on the Fox River Trail Runners Circuit.

Registration fees

1 Mile Fun Run

Price changes in 2 months 23 hours

1 Mile Fun Run - All kids ages 1-12 will receive a commorative whistle when they cross the finish line
1. $5.00
  
  Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sale
  
  Nov 26 – Nov 29
2. $7.00
  
  Early Bird Pricing
  
  Now registering Nov 30 – Jul 16
  
  Register for 1 Mile Fun Run
3. $10.00
  
  Jul 17 – Aug 16
4. Closed
  
  Aug 17 – Aug 17

4 Mile

Price changes in 2 months 23 hours

4 Mile Run
1. $25.00
  
  Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sale
  
  Nov 26 – Nov 29
2. $30.00
  
  Early Bird Pricing
  
  Now registering Nov 30 – Jul 16
  
  Register for 4 Mile
3. $35.00
  
  Jul 17 – Aug 16
4. Closed
  
  Aug 17 – Aug 17

7 Mile

Price changes in 2 months 23 hours

7 Mile Run
1. $30.00
  
  Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sale
  
  Nov 26 – Nov 29
2. $35.00
  
  Early Bird Pricing
  
  Now registering Nov 30 – Jul 16
  
  Register for 7 Mile
3. $40.00
  
  Jul 17 – Aug 16
4. Closed
  
  Aug 17 – Aug 17

General Information

1-Mile Fun Run starts promptly at 7:15 am

7-Mile and 4-Mile race will begin promptly at 7:45 am

Race Timing

We use a disposable chip timing tag for the 4-Mile & 7-Mile that runners receive at packet pick up on the back of their race bibs. It is a lightweight-foam backed chip and remains attached to the race bib.

Runners MUST wear their race bibs on the front of their clothing in order to be timed accurately. The bib cannot be covered, holding it in your hand or putting it in your pocket will NOT read the chip. Do not bend the chip. Smart watches such as Garmin and smart phones can interfere with the timing chip frequency. Please do not adjust your watch or phone as you cross the finish line and come through the chute. Disputes for times on Smart watches and smart phones will not be taken into consideration.

Packet Pick-Up
You can pick up your packet on race day. We will also have pre packet packet on Thursday August 19th at Pro Fusion 31 N 2nd St, Geneva, IL between 4pm-7pm and August 19th from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at Village of Elburn 301 E North St, Elburn, IL. Walk-in Registration Welcome at packet pickup.

Race Day Registration

Race day registration will be open from 6:00am until 7:00am at an additional $5 per participant.

Awards

All participants age 1-12 in the 1 Mile Fun Run will receive a medal.

For the 4 and 7 mile races awards go to the top three Male and Female Overall and top three Male and Female in the following age groups: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & older.

Parking

Plenty of parking around the event. Please see map for more information on where to park and how to get to the starting line.

2022 Sponsors

If interested in becoming a sponsor please click here.

Official

Platinum

Gold

Silver

Bronze

Swag

This year's racer back and tank top. Must register by August 4th.

Course Maps

Course Maps:

7 Mile Course

4 Mile Course

1 Mile Fun Run (TBD)

Event schedule

August 17 11:59 PM CDT - Online Registration Closes
August 18 4:00 PM CDT - Packet Pickup on 8/19 at Pro Fusion 31 N 2nd St, Geneva, IL between 4pm-7pm
August 19 9:00 AM CDT - Packet Pickup on Friday 8/20 at at Village of Elburn 301 E North St, Elburn, IL from 9:00am- 3:00pm
August 20 6:00 AM CDT - Race Day Registration 6:00-700am
August 20 7:15 AM CDT - 1 Mile Fun Run
August 20 7:45 AM CDT - 4 Mile
August 20 7:45 AM CDT - 7 Mile

Contact information

Event contact: Run The Rails Race Crew
Email: runtherailsinfo@gmail.com
Phone: 8479125037

Event location

Prairie Park East North Street & 3rd Street, Elburn, IL, United States

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