SLK Postponed
New Date: August 2, 2026
Hi Everyone,
The race has been postponed until Sunday, August 2nd. We will use the same times and location as the original race.
Event Schedule
Packet Pickup & Check-In Opens: 7:30 AM
1-Mile Race: 8:30 AM
5K Race: 9:00 AM
The race will feature professional chip timing provided by AffordableRaceCompany, and a portable restroom will be available on-site for participants. Amy Paribello from Pinpoint Physical Therapy will also be leading a pre-race warm-up to help everyone get ready before the races begin.
We would also like to extend a sincere thank you to all of our incredible sponsors and partners for helping make this event possible:
Heartbreak Hill Running Company
Edward Jones
Pinpoint Physical Therapy
Elite Performance Institute
A4CW (Advocates for Community Wellness)
AffordableRaceCompany
Your generosity and support have helped make this event a success, and we are incredibly grateful.
Thank you again for being a part of Summer's Last Kick. We can't wait to see everyone tomorrow morning. Safe travels, and we'll see you at the starting line!
Best regards,
Alexander Das
Race Director
Summer's Last Kick
Here Are Your Options:
Events
Event Location
Townsend Park
413 Devoe Drive
Oswego, IL 60543 US
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Event Description
Summer's last Kick is Back!
New Date: August 2nd Sunday
1 Mile Start: 8:30am
5k Start: 9:00am
Prescott Mill, Townsend Park
Oswego, IL
T-Shirts available While Supplies Last!
Register by 12:00pm July 20 to guarantee size.
Join us for our Third Annual event in Oswego Illinois. Whether you are chasing a new PR or enjoying a stroll with friends, this end-of-summer traditions is the perfect way to close out the summer!
All age groups are welcomed to run either or both races. Walkers, strollers, and leashed dogs are allowed but will start behind the runners.
1-Mile Course - 8:30am
- Overall first place male and female finishers, 14 and under, will receive a trophy
- 1st-3rd place will receive a medal: 5 & under, 6-9, 10-14, 15 & over
5k Course - 9:00am
- Overall first place male and female finishers in the 5k will receive a trophy.
- 1st-3rd place will receive a medal 14 & under, 15-24, 25-39, 40-54, 55 & over
Packet Pick-Up/Registration
Race Day starting at 7:30am at Townsend Park
Parking
Plenty of street parking around Townsend park. No fee
Volunteering
Many opportunities available. Contact race director at
Sponsorship Letter
2026 Summer’s Last Kick Sponsorship Levels
$200 Level
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Large logo printed on event T-shirt
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The opportunity to have a table with materials during event
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The opportunity to provide an item/flyer to be placed in participant's packet
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Sponsorship recognition during announcements
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2 complimentary entries to 1 mile or 5k
$100 Level
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Medium logo printed on event T-shirt
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The opportunity to have a table with materials during event
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Sponsor display at event (Provided by Sponsor)
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The opportunity to provide an item/flyer to be placed in participant's packet
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Sponsorship recognition during announcements
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2 complimentary entries to 1 mile or 5k
$50 Level
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Small logo printed on event T-shirt
-
The opportunity to have a table with materials during event
-
Sponsor display at event (Provided by Sponsor)
-
The opportunity to provide an item/flyer to be placed in participant's packet
-
Sponsorship recognition during announcements
-
1 complimentary entry to 1 mile or 5k
Donations can also be in the form of prizes, Gift Cards, Coupons, etc. and will be honored at the respective dollar values above. All sponsor contributions will be used to cover costs and add or upgrade resources to improve the participant experience.
