NAMI Sauk Area 5K Walk and Run

Sterling, Illinois, United States

Jul, 2027 (TBD)

5k

Race Information

The National Alliance on Mental Illness Sauk Area's 5k Walk and Run raises funds to assist the group in raising awareness of the support families need when dealing with a loved one or friend who is living with a mental illness. All funds from this event go directly to services NAMI Sauk Area provides, including providing NAMI Signature Programs for FREE, training for instructors in NAMI-based programs, family support group meetings, outreach information and instructional brochures, Mental Health Awareness Month activities, Suicide Prevention Awareness Month activities and more.

πŸ‘ Run Pick of the Month: SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run – Chicago

πŸ“Chicago - Sunday November 1, 2026

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πŸ˜„ Why We Like This Run
βœ… Exclusive SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run Fleece
βœ… Chocolate Fondue Finisher’s Mug
βœ… Free Race Photos

Ready for "America’s Sweetest Race"? Join thousands of runners in the heart of Chicago for the iconic SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run! Whether you’re tackling the 5K, 10K, or the signature 15K, every mile is fueled by fun and every finish line is paved with chocolate.

Bring your friends, bring your family, and get ready to earn that cocoa - because there’s truly no finish line sweeter than this one. Sign up now and prepare to indulge!

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Race Facts

Race Size: 100 - 500

Course Type: Road

Boston Qualifier: No

Kids Run: No

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