Makin' Tracks 5K Run/Walk
Join us on 09/17/2026
(race date estimated)
Makin' Tracks 5K Run/Walk Race Description
Net proceeds from this event will benefit the West Suburban Special Recreation Association (WSSRA) to provide superior recreation services for adults and children who have a physical impairment, developmental delay, a mental disability or any other type of disability. The race is a 3.1 mile USATF-certified course (USATF# IL-08078JW) that will run through the flat, tree-lined streets of River Forest. The course map is available on the River Forest Park District’s website at www.rfparks.com/makin-tracks-
Packet Pick-up
Pre-race packet pick-up will be available at The Depot, 401 Thatcher Avenue, River Forest, between September 13 - 16 from 8:30am-4:30pm. Race day packet pick-up will be at the west end of Concordia University Stadium from 6:30am-7:45am.
Race Information
Directions to the Race: Available at www.rfparks.com/makin-tracks-
Parking: Free parking is available in the Concordia University campus parking structure, located off Bonnie Brae Place. Please note: Parking is not permitted on Monroe Avenue or on village side streets.
Start/Finish: The race will begin at 8:00am on Monroe Avenue, one-half block south of Division Street in River Forest. Monroe Avenue is the west border to Concordia University. The race will finish on the Concordia University Stadium track.
Gear Check: Gear may be checked just left of the registration tent, located at the west end of the stadium. Your gear will be checked according to your assigned race number. Makin’ Tracks is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
Water: Water will be available at the start, finish, and on the course.
Split Times: Miles 1 & 2.
Restrooms: ADA accessible restrooms are located near the finish line, on the east side of the stadium track.
First Aid: Medical professionals from the River Forest Citizen Corps will be available at a First Aid Tent at the finish line.
Awards
Medals will be given to the overall male and female winner, plus the top three finishers in the following age categories:
• 14 and under
• 15-19
• 20-29
• 30-39
• 40-49
• 50-59
• 60-69
• 70-79
• 80+
• Wheelchair Athlete
Ribbons will be given to all participants in the 100 meter Wheelchair Dash and Tot Races.
Awards Ceremony
The awards ceremony will begin at 9:15am.
Results
Result times may be obtained from www.rfparks.com/makin-tracks-
Course Safety
The course closes at 9:10am
For the safety of our runners/walkers, bicycles, in-line skates, roller skates, other wheeled vehicles (except for wheelchairs) & dogs are NOT allowed on the course. Runners with baby joggers & strollers are permitted, but must line up behind the other runners.
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Makin' Tracks 5K Run/Walk Where & When
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- Location: Concordia University Chicago, River Forest 7400 Augusta St, River Forest, IL 60305
- Race Date: 2022/09/17 08:00:00 AM (Saturday)
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Categories:
- 5K Run/Walk
- Tot Dash
- Wheelchair Athletes
- CARA Member
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