Arny Johnson 5k - 10 mile

The 39th Annual Arny Johnson run/walk will be held on Saturday, April  26, 2025, 8 am at Zenith Park Way Trail Head (5451 Zenith Pkwy Loves, Park, IL 61111)  

The race is very close to the same location as last year, starting and finishing at the Zenith Park Way Trail Head. Both races will go out along Willow Creek Path and into Rock Cut State Park. Corse map down below!

There is a 5k and a 10-mile run/walk. The races will be a gun start all at the same time. 

This is a Kid Friendly Race. All 18 and under are $15 (price adjustment at check out.)

There will be three water stops for the 10-mile course. When leaving and re-entering the Willow Creek Path near the dam, you will pass it twice. And near the north entrance to the park where the paved path crosses the road.

RACE CHARITY:  this year, we have a new Charity. The Fire Department Coffee Foundation.  They are supporting firefighters who are sick or injured on the job. You can find out more about them here: https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/pages/charity 

RACE SWAG: More information coming soon!

AWARDS:   Age Group Awards: 8 & under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14 and 5-year increments up to 100+

There will be an awards ceremony for just the first place male and female soon after their finish. All other finishers can check with the awards table to receive their award. (awards will not be mailed)

Early Packet Pickup:  Friday the 25th of April at Runners' Image 10 am-3 pm 219 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104 -  

Shoe sale: Runners' Image will hold a shoe sale at the early pickup and race day. Stop by for great prices on running shoes! 219 E State St, Rockford, IL 61104

Race Day Packet Pickup: Saturday, April 26st, from 7:00 am to 7:50 am  at  Zenith Park Way Trail Head (5451 Zenith Pkwy Loves, Park, IL 61111)  

Race Day Sign-up: There will be a race day sign-up, but the price will be $50.

Course Map: HERE

Course Records: It will all be new this year as new courses!

***  Please note: Willow Creek Path is narrow.  For runner safety and due to our insurance requirements, we cannot allow strollers or pets.