5k Run
Date: Saturday, May 18, 2024
Rain or Shine: read The Lew Blond Run weather policy here.
Start Time: 8:00 am
Race Location: The race begins and finishes at Maple School
(2370 Shermer Road, Northbrook IL)
Inaugural Year: 2001
Race Course: USATF Certified
General: The 5K course winds through various subdivisions of the Northbrook community finishing on the east side of Maple School. A police officer will be present to block traffic and allow for the safe crossing of Techny Road.
Markers: Each mile will be marked with signage and timers to indicate elapsed time.
Terrain: Mostly flat course. Running on cement streets.
Smile Mile: Look out for the “Smile Mile” at Mile 2 sponsored by Dentistry for Kids. We’ll be snapping pictures and posting them to our Instagram account.
Post Race: After finishing, participants may collect refreshments (food and recovery beverages will be provided at the finish line). Race Expo and entertainment will be provided followed by our awards ceremony.
Awards: Overall top three male and female 5K winners and the top three men and women in each category of 9 and under, 10-11, 12-14, and 5 year age groups from 15-19 to 65 & over will receive awards. One-mile run awards for top three men and women, children 6 and under, 7-9, 10-11, and 12-14.
Top three overall winners will be based on start time and will receive a gift certificate, courtesy of Heartbreak Hill Running Company, as well as a medal from The Lew Blond Race.
The top age award winners will be based on chip times. Overall winners will not be included in age group awards.
*Preregistration is required to be eligible for any medals or prizes