Join GovState's Annual Jaguar 5K!

Lace up and get ready for an unforgettable, chip-timed adventure through the scenic campus of Governors State University! Whether you’re running or walking, this is your chance to be part of something special.

Don’t miss your chance to join friends and family at the 2026 GovState Jaguar 5K for a fun-filled day of fitness, music, food, and giveaways!

Pick up fun swag, enjoy the music, visit our event sponsors, club tables, kids events, and enjoy tasty treats from our favorite food truck vendors!

YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
5K Run, Walk or Roll — Chip-timed run or race at your pace!
1-Mile Walk — a great option for all fitness levels
FREE Custom Jaguar 5K T-Shirt, finisher and award medals
FREE Fitness Class — get moving with a instructor-led workout by Cross-fit Chicago Heights
FREE Yoga Session — stretch, relax and recharge (free yoga mats, while supplies last)
FREE Giveaways & Swag
FREE Snacks & Refreshments
FREE Kids Dash (kids ages 10 & under can compete for finisher medals!
DJ & live music, food trucks by Uptown Eats, activities and plenty Jaguar spirit!

New this year: Enjoy the performance from the Suburban Youth Orchestra 
                        FREE Fitness and Nutrition class from CrossFit Chicago Heights 

***Don't miss a race day photo with Jax the Jaguar!

WHAT'S HAPPENING
DATE: October 25th, 2026
WHERE: MAIN ENTRANCE at Governors State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park, IL

  9:00am Check In and On Site Registration
                  Kinesiology from the Occupational Therapy Team
  9:15am   CrossFit Chicago Heights Fitness & Nutrition Class
 9:45am    Warm Up & Stretch with the Physical Therapy Team
10:00am Official Start
11:00am   KIDS Dash (FREE for those age 10 and under)
11:10am   RAFFLE PRIZE Drawing (must be registered & be present to win)
11:15am   Age Group Award Ceremony
11:30am   Yoga at the Bell Tower

5K COURSE MAP

BECOME A SPONSOR, contact Veronica Blair at jaguar5k@govst.edu