Join GovState's Annual Jaguar 5K!

It’s time to rally your squad, tighten those laces, and get ready for an unforgettable, chip-timed adventure through the stunning campus of Governors State University! Whether you’re running, walking, or rolling, this is your chance to join friends and family to race and raise funds for scholarships and more. 

WHAT'S IN STORE?

     RACE DAY T-SHIRT: All participants will receive a custom t-shirt.
     CHIP-TIMED RACE: Runners will get race time results.
     WIN PRIZES, BUILD YOUR TEAMS: Gather your friends and build your race teams—prizes will be awarded to our biggest fundraisers!
     DANCE & WARM -UP: Kickstart the fun with DJ beats & an energizing race warm-up led by GovState's Physical Therapy team!
     FOOD: Stay tuned for the official lineup!
     RACE FUN FOR ALL: Children's activities, face painting, raffle and the Kids Dash provided by Lupus Society of Illinois.

Date: October 26th, 2025
Time: 9:00am Registration, 10:00am Start
Where: Governors State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park, IL

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BECOME A SPONSOR, contact vblair@govst.edu