The Elgin Valley Fox Trot 10 Mile and 5K races will take place in Elgin on May 31, 2026. This will be the 49th consecutive Elgin Valley Fox Trot which makes it one of the longest running and most popular running events in the region. The event will include a 10-Mile and 5K race with both featuring scenic USATF certified courses. New for 2026 will be a 2K Fun Walk.
There will also be a great postrace party which includes the awards presentation, an expo by our sponsors, music, dancing, free beer for all drinking age runners, great treats for the kids, and food trucks for the spectators and runners. Everyone will want to stick around after the race and join in the fun.”
The races will benefit ten area non-profits whose members will be on hand as volunteers providing a fun, safe race for all participants.
May 31, 2026
Distance — 10 Miles
Type — Running
07:30
$50.00
May 31, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
07:40
$35.00
May 31, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
07:40
$20.00
May 31, 2026
Distance — 2K
Type — Running
07:45
$20.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Elgin.
Learn more about the host city, Elgin.
Elgin is a city in Chicagoland known for its Victorian architecture and the Elgin Symphony Orchestra.
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