Illinois · Competitive 5K Run · Encouraging Beginners - 5K Run · Fun Runner/ Walker
Fit Forward 5K Run/Walk
Fit Forward 5K Run/Walk is a Competitive 5K Run, Encouraging Beginners - 5K Run and Fun Runner/ Walker event held in Des Plaines, Illinois. It was last held on September 12, 2026 and is usually run in September; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- September
- Location
- Des Plaines, IL
Race details
- Last held
- September 12, 2026
- Usually held in
- September
- Location
- Des Plaines, Illinois
- Distances
- Competitive 5K Run, Encouraging Beginners - 5K Run, Fun Runner/ Walker
- Registration
- raceroster.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed
- Start time
- 9:00 AM CDT
About the Fit Forward 5K Run/Walk
Fit Forward 5K Run/Walk in Des Plaines, IL.
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Fit Forward 5K Run/Walk: common questions
- When is the Fit Forward 5K Run/Walk?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in September. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Fit Forward 5K Run/Walk held?
- In Des Plaines, Illinois.
- What distances does the Fit Forward 5K Run/Walk offer?
- Competitive 5K Run, Encouraging Beginners - 5K Run and Fun Runner/ Walker.
- How do I register for the Fit Forward 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at raceroster.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Fit Forward 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed.
- What time does the Fit Forward 5K Run/Walk start?
- 9:00 AM CDT.
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