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SUNDAY - Packet Pickup 11:45 am - 2:45 pm

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November 22, 2026

11:45 am CST - 2:45 pm CST (Full)

This volunteer task is full.

Details

You will hand out athlete packets/bibs/t-shirts, and assit with clean up at the end of event.

Location

DGN HS Field House, North Side, Door 31, 4436 Main Street, Downers Grove

Tuesday - Packet Pickup 3:45 pm - 7:00 pm

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November 24, 2026

3:45 pm CST - 7:00 pm CST (Full)

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Assist in handing out materials to runners, then help out with tear down of event.

Location

Road Runner Sports: 1532 Butterfield Rd, Downers Grove, IL 60515

Main Street

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November 26, 2026

7:45 am CST - 11:00 am CST (At least 3 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

At the start of the race you will be managing race pace signs at the start line. This responsibility involves holding a pace sign and staying in place for approximately 35min. Once the start of the race is underway, race coordinators will direct you to return to the garage party, where you will staff the water table and assist by passing out waters to race participants.

Location

Downers Grove Parking Deck, 5151 Mochel Drive, Downers Grove

Race Route + Garage Party Organizational Team

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November 26, 2026

7:45 am CST - 11:00 am CST (Full)

This volunteer task is full.

Details

You will help assist in crowd control along the start of the race route. This may involve providing directions and ushering race participants towards the start line. Once the race is underway, you will return to the garage and assist in helping our event run smoothly. This may involve breaking down boxes, and making sure supplies for our various stations are stocked.

Location

Downers Grove Parking Deck, 5151 Mochel Drive, Downers Grove

Finish Line Help

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November 26, 2026

8:20 am CST - 11:00 am CST (Full)

This volunteer task is full.

Details

Guide athletes past the finish line and to the Garage Party. This role is best suited for people who are friendly but in charge! You should be prepared to assist in the event a participant has difficulty standing etc. after the end of their race.

Location

Downers Grove Parking Deck, 5151 Mochel Drive, Downers Grove

Gingerbread Mascot

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You must be 17 or older to volunteer for this task.

November 26, 2026

7:45 am CST - 11:00 am CST (At least 1 more needed)

Volunteer

Details

Help us lead everyone to the party! Two volunteers will be given a "gingerbread man" costume to dress up in and help lead runners to the garage party. You will also be present at the start line for the start of the race. Other volunteers under this category will be assistants to help guide the mascot. Those who sign up for this position are expected to bring the energy and good vibes.

Location

Downers Grove Parking Deck, 5151 Mochel Drive, Downers Grove