Westfield Hawthorn and Golden Legs Racing are hosting a certified, chip timed 5K race on Thanksgiving Day, November 26th, at 8am starting and finishing at Westfield Hawthorn. Walkers are welcome. Don't let the little ones miss out on the holiday fun. All children 12 and under are invited to participate in the Pumpkin Pie 1/2 Mile Fun Run.
Event Times
7:00am - 7:45am Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup
8:00am 5K
9:00am Pumpkin Pie 1/2 Mile Fun Run
The Course
The 5K course is certified and will take a loop around Century Park, Vernon Hills Park District's largest park, and around Westfield Hawthorn to finish in front of Mario Tricoci.
Registration Fee
$25 (pre-registration/on-line registration, closes 11/23/09 at midnight)
$30 (after 11/23/09 and race day)
Pumpkin Pie 1/2 Mile Fun Run is free with a donation to Toys for Tots or there is a $5 fee without donation. Ages 12 and under. Registration for this race is on-site only.
Registration fee for the 5K includes Technical T-shirt, refreshments and an exclusive gift bag featuring discounts for holiday shopping and other goodies.
Registration
Register on-line or call 847.362.2600 for more information or to register.
Early Packet Pick-Up
Packets will be available for advanced pick-up on Tuesday, November 24th and Wednesday, November 25th from 10:30am to 7pm at the Westfield Hawthorn Concierge Booth, located upper-level near Carson Pirie Scott.
Awards
Prizes will be awarded to the overall male and female winners as well as the top three male and female finishers in each of the following groups:
10 and under
11-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60+
Results
Giving Thanks
A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Lake County Haven - Empowering homeless women and their children to achieve permanent independent living.
A Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
Mundelein Soccer Club
Golden Legs Racing
Mario Tricoci
McCarthy's
Contact Abby Geha, Customer Service and Promotions Manager at 847.362.2600 or ageha@westfield.com for sponsorship opportunities.
