Parkie's 5K starts at 8:00 AM on August 22, 2026, in Bolingbrook, Illinois, so plan your arrival accordingly if you're traveling from out of town. The race takes place at Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (BRAC) and offers a 5K distance with both running and walking options. Entry fees range from $10 to $40 depending on registration timing and category. This event is straightforward for athletes looking for a local race option without the complexity of larger destination events. Book accommodations within easy driving distance of BRAC to keep your pre-race logistics simple.
From the Race Organizer
Bolingbrook Park District's Parkie's 5K is back! We've got the flat, fast course, and community feel that you've loved for years! Run, Walk or push a stroller to make it a family event. Participants fully registered by August 1 are guaranteed to receive t shirts in their size, those registered after August 1 are not guaranteed a shirt or correct shirt size. Each participant earns a finishers gift. See below for additional awards and recognition. Same day registration will be available on race day starting at 6:30 am. Pre-registration racers will be able to pick up race packets on August 21, between 3:00-7:00pm at the Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Complex (200 Lindsey Lane) in our Multipurpose Room. Date: Saturday August 22, 2026 Time: 8:00am-10:00am Location: Bolingbrook Recreation and Aquatic Complex (200 S. Lindsey Lane) Registration fee: $30 adults (15 yrs +), $27 child (6-14 yrs), if registered by July 31, 2026 at 11:50 pm $35 adults (15 yrs +), $32 child (6-14 yrs), if registered by August 1-August 20, 2026, at 9:00 am $40 adults (15 yrs +), $38 child (6-16 yrs), if registered on Race Day $25 1-Mile Walk All participants will receive a commemorative medals - 5K only Award medals will be presented to: top overall male & female finisher top 3 males & females in each category: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+ 5K only Those registered by August 1st will be guaranteed to receive a t-shirt. Parkie’s 1-Mile Family Fun Walk Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex Ages 4 years & up Walk or push a stroller through the neighborhood for this fun, untimed 1-Mile Family Fun Walk. Stroller riders are free, but will not receive a race shirt or finisher’s medal. Registered runners must be at least 5 years old. Each participant will receive a t-shirt in their size.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 22.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Bolingbrook, 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
Parkie’s 5K 2026 — Bolingbrook, IL takes place on August 22, 2026. The race is held in Bolingbrook, Illinois.
Where is Parkie’s 5K 2026 — Bolingbrook, IL held?
Parkie’s 5K 2026 — Bolingbrook, IL is held at Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Complex (BRAC) in Bolingbrook, Illinois.
Where can I find hotels near Parkie’s 5K 2026 — Bolingbrook, IL?
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