Harvard Balloon Fest 5K & 10K

Join us on 09/01/2025
(race date estimated)

Harvard Balloon Fest 5K & 10K Race Description

Run with the hot air balloons during the morning launch. 

Balloon launch is subject to weather conditions

the 5K & 10K are not contingent on weather.

Course is mostly paved streets with a small section of gravel in parking lot at start.

Each runner will get a performance tee shirt and a day of event general admission ticket.

Packets with shirt and bib will be available for pick up the morning of the event at the grounds.

Finisher medals to all participants that cross the finish line. 

Refreshments at end of race, including a FREE beer ticket for adults over 21 with valid ID. 

Awards for  1st, 2nd, 3rd place in all age groups for  male and female and overall winners male and female. 

Strollers welcome but will be positioned at rear.

NO PETS ALLOWED, SERVICE ANIMALS ONLY!

 

Early registration closes Thursday 8/23/18 at 11 PM.

DAY OF  REGISTRATION from 6 am till 6:45 am. Cash or checks only for day of registration to 2018 Harvard Balloon Fest.

Tee shirts for day of entry participants will be printed and available for pickup or mailed after 9/11/18

and may be picked up at

First Place Promotions & Awards - 48 N Ayer Street-Harvard, IL 60033- 815.943.7870


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  • Harvard Balloon Fest 5K & 10K Where & When
  • Location: 300 Lawrence Road, Harvard, IL 60033
  • Race Date: 2018/09/01 07:00:00 AM (Saturday)
  • Categories:
    • 5K
    • 10K
    • 5K Walk

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