St. Veronica 6k Run/Walk for Scholarships

Sunday, September 22nd
6K Run (3.71 miles)
Vollmer Road Trails, Olympia Fields, Illinois

Join us for the inaugural St. Veronica 6k run for scholarship, which will take place on the 6k loop of the Cook County Forest Preserve Vollmer Grove Trail. This event is being held to support the St. Veronica Kwanzaa Ministry Scholarship program. People of all ages are welcome to participate in this family-friendly event by running or walking their way to help our ministry reach its goal.  The race starts at 9:00 AM and will occur on the trails at Vollmer Grove. So, if you're ready to take on the challenge, tie up your running shoes and get ready to run!

What is included with your race entry:
• A first-class running experience
• Chip-timing for accurate results.
• A totally set up and well-marked course.
• One-of-a-kind Prizes and Race Swag 
• A free custom T-Shirt to the first 100 registrants to commemorate your first fitness goal of the year! 

Start Times: 10:00 am

Packet Pickup: Will take place on race day at the start area.

Course Type: Paved Trail
Stroller friendly? Yes

Dogs allowed? Yes

Transportation: Parking is available at the start area. There is an overflow lot available off Flossmoor Road, about 1 mile from the start. If you park at the Flossmoor Road Lot, make a left entering the trails. The Olympia Fields Metra station off the Metra Electric is approximately 2 Miles from the start area.

Awards: We will award medals to the top three overall finishers and the top three in the following age groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70 +. Awards will be presented at approximately 10:15 pm.

Course time limit is 90 minutes.

CLICK ON MORE DETAILS TO SEE COURSE MAP

More Details