4200 Vollmer Road, Olympia Fields IL
Sunday, September 21st, 2025
🏃♂️ Event Details
- Date: September 21, 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Location: 4200 Vollmer Road, Olympia Fields, IL
- Distance: 6K Run (3.71 miles)
👟 Race Overview
Join us for the inaugural St. Veronica 6k run for scholarships, 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 10:00 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!
🎽 Entry Benefits
- Running Experience: A first-class running experience
- Chip Timing: For accurate results
- Course Setup: A totally set up and well-marked course
- Swag: One-of-a-kind Prizes and Race Swag, plus a free custom T-Shirt to the first 100 registrants to commemorate our First Walk/Run for Scholarships!
⏰ Race Day Information
- Packet Pickup: Will take place on race day at the start area at 9:00 AM.
- Course Type: Paved Trail, Stroller friendly? Yes
- Dogs: Allowed
- Transportation: Parking is available at the start area. There is an overflow lot available off Flossmoor Road, about 1 mile from the start.
🏅 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 11:15 am.
🕒 Time Limit
Course time limit is 90 minutes.
🗺️ Course Details
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🌐 Registration
For more information and to register, visit the St. Veronica 6k Run/Walk for Scholarships page.
Starting Line Map
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