Place
1480 Industrial Dr Unit C
Itasca, IL US 60143
Description
Join us for the LIVE Cheers to New Year's 5k run/walk! Say HELLO to 2026, New Year, New You!
This Race is THURSDAY - January 1st, 2026 at 10:00am
Join us on Live in person on Thursday, January 1, 2026 at 10:00am for an exciting New Year themed event that features the amazing craft beer of Church Street Brewing Company! Whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the beer this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing. Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com.
Race Swag
Let's get festive! Check out the 2026 Race Swag! All participants receive:
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Super Soft T-Shirt
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Finisher Medal
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Chip Timed Race Bib
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......and a Pint of Craft Beer!
Feeling Super Festive? Check out the Cheers to Beers Swag Upgrades!
Course Map
This race starts and finishes at Church Street Brewing Company. It is a fast and flat out and back course on paved roads and includes a scenic loop around the lake, but most importantly features a refreshing locally produced craft beer at the finish line to celebrate your 2025 PR and look forward to the new year!
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Race Contact Info
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Charity Partner
This event supports the Fetching Tails Foundation, a 501c3 Illinois based non-breed specific rescue committed to saving dogs regardless of breed, age, and physical ability. Our foundation is committed to lowering euthanasia rates by rescuing adoptable dogs from high kill shelters and other animal intake facilities and placing them in approved adopted homes. We are dedicated to helping our community through educational programs and combined efforts for spay & neuter clinics.
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup will be available the day of the event starting an hour before the race starts.
Team Cheer Contest
Show your New Year's Cheer by dressing up in festive gear! Best dressed team also scores a $50 Gift Card to Church Street!
Parking Information
Race Day Parking: Parking is allowed at most of the businesses along industrial avenue (despite the posted signs). Please follow the instructions of the parking attendants.
- Lots closest to the brewery will fill up quickly. Volunteers will be directing traffic as parking lots fill up.
- If you are parking at the brewery lot, you will be blocked in until 11am
Age Group Awards
In addition to a Finisher Medal for all participants, age group awards will be presented live for top 3 in each age group!
10 Year Categories: 1-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & Over
Directions
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Race Participant Survey
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