Come help us celebrate the 50th Elgin Valley Fox Trot 10-Mile and 5K races which will take place in Elgin on June 6, 2027. The Fox Trot is one of the longest continuous and most popular running events in the region and is known for its scenic and challenging courses. New for the 50th celebration, the Fox Trot 10-Mile USATF certified course will include a special race-within-a-race: The Fox Valley Orthopedics Cedar Hill Challenge.... prizes will be awarded to the top male and top female runners in each 10-Mile age group who conquers the Cedar Avenue hill (during the 9th mile) in the fastest time.
Make it a family affair! If you are not running and still want to participate.....join in the on the scenic 2K Fun Walk. The 2K starts immediately after the 5K Race start time and will take you along the Fox River Trail. Everyone in the 2K Fun Walk will receive an event tee shirt and enjoy all the post-race party amenities. The Walk is not timed, but each participant will receive an entry bib. The 2K Fun Walk offers team and family discounts.
Join in the 50th celebration at a great postrace party which includes enhanced food and beverage options, awards presentations, 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.
Jun 06, 2027
Distance — 16.1K
Type — Running
07:30
$50.00
Jun 06, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
07:40
$35.00
Jun 06, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
07:40
$20.00
Jun 06, 2027
Distance — 2K
Type — Running
07:45
$20.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Elgin.
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