Online registration will close at midnight on Wednesday, June 24th. You can still register for the event in person at the Gurnee Police Department during the following times: Friday, June 26th from 7 AM - 7 PM Saturday, June 28th from 7 AM - 8 AM ******************** Want to evade the cops without consequences? Now's your chance! Join us Saturday, June 27, 2026, for the 14th Annual Outrun the Cops 5k run/walk & 10K run for charity! Proceeds benefit the Lake County Children's Advocacy Center. This timed event begins and ends at the Gurnee Police Department with majority of the course on the Des Plaines River Trail. (The trail is crushed limestone; aid stations are positioned throughout the trail with water and sports drinks. Water, sports drinks, and snacks are also provided at the finish line.) Race Day Registration Beings: 7:00 AM Race Start Time: 8:00 AM Registration fees: 5K Walk/Run $45 (Includes T Shirt if registered by June 1st) 10K Run $55 (Includes T Shirt if registered by June
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14th Annual Outrun the Cops 5K Run/Walk 2026 — Gurnee, IL
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 27.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Gurnee, IL.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
