Race for the Gold Returns!
April 19, Race for the Gold returns to Gilberts. This community favorite is back and better than ever with a 5K course starting and finishing at Town Center Park. This year Cross Kicks Fitness will also be on site hosting the Youth Performance Zone, where their trainers will guide kids through fun speed and agility stations and athletic challenges.
All proceeds from the event help support local youth programs, school supplies and equipment for the Gilberts Elementary School students.
Event Details
📅 Saturday, April 19, 2026 - 8:00am
⏰ Race Start: 8:00am
(Arrive early to park, warm up, collect your race bib and shirt, and use the restroom.)
📍 Town Center Park - 301 Columbia Lane, Gilberts, IL 60136
Event Highlights
Finisher Medal to all participants
Custom Shirt
Chip Timing & Scoring
Food & Refreshments
Music
Free Pics
Entry Fee
March 1 - March 16 - $30
March 17 - April 12 - $35
April 13 - April 18 - $40
Race Day - $45
Pre-Race Day Packet Pick-up
📅 Friday, April 18, 2026
📍 Town Center Park - 2284 County Line Rd, Algonquin, IL 60102
⏰ Packet Pick-up Time: Coming Soon!
Packet Pick-up Race Day
📅 Saturday, April 19, 2026
📍 Town Center Park - 301 Columbia Lane, Gilberts, IL 60136
⏰ Race Day Packet Pick-up: 6:45am–7:45am
(Arrive early to park, warm up, collect your bib and shirt, and use the restroom.)
Race Day Schedule
6:45 a.m. - Packet Pick-up & Registration Opens
8:00 a.m. - 5k Run/Walk - Chip Timed
9:00 a.m. - Youth Performance
Sponsors
Race Location
301 Columbia Lane
Gilberts, IL 60136 US
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