Did you know St. Charles is home to numerous races? Whether it be by bike or by foot, these events are great opportunities to test your limits, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and support a great cause.
Sammy's Bikes Night Rides
Wednesday Evenings in the Summer & Fall | 6:00 PM
Pollyanna Brewing & Distilling - 106 S Riverside Ave, St. Charles, IL
Weekly charity rides with Sammy's Bikes and Pollyanna Brewing & Distilling. Donations benefit different local charities.
March 8th | 8:00 AM
Norris Recreation Center - 1050 Dunham Rd., St. Charles, IL
A family oriented event where athletes of all abilities can participate and compete in a triathlon. This unique event has a longer distance adult race as well as a youth event.
March 21st, 2026 | 7:00 AM
Pollyanna Brewing & Distilling - 106 S Riverside Ave, St. Charles, IL
Celebrate Ireland at this chip-timed 5K and 8K race on a closed course on the Fox River Trail. After party featuring food and drink following the event.
May 3rd, 2026
LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve - 37W700 Dean St, St. Charles, IL
Running for 25+ years, this annual event features a Half Marahon and a 10K, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting local Fox Valley mental health charities.
This 5K run/walk is on a USATF certified course, chip timed with custom finisher medals and custom age awards every 5 years. Brunch by Coco Bean Bakery will follow.
May 31st, 2026 James O. Breen Park - Campton Hills Rd, St. Charles, IL
Annual bike ride fundraiser that benefits Project Mobility and it's mission. Featuring a 1.6 Mile Kid Friendly Ride, 10 Mile Family Trail Ride, 29, 46, and 62 Mile Road Ride.
June TBD James O. Breen Park - Campton Hills Rd, St. Charles, IL
This 5th annual 10K run and 5K individual and relay team run is the second event in the 2025 Dick Pond Athletics Darn Tough Trail Race Series. Proceeds benefit the St. Charles Park Foundation.
July 4th, 2026
LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve - 37W700 Dean St, St. Charles, IL
All-ages 4 mile run or walk that takes place during the morning of the 4th of July! Prooceeds from this race goes to benefit Lazarus House and their mission.
July TBD
Pottawatomie Park - 8 North Ave, St. Charles, IL
This event features a afternoon 5k, as well as a Youth Mile for participants 12 and under. Proceeds will go to help funding the Fox River Trail Runners Youth Scholarship Fund.
September 20th, 2026
Mt. St. Mary Park, St. Charles, IL
Boston-Qualifying Marathon, along with a Half Marathon, Final 20, and Fox Valley 5K. The course takes participants along the Fox River through Geneva, Batavia, and North Aurora.
November 26th, 2026
St. Charles North High School - 255 Red Gate Rd, St. Charles, IL
On the morning of Thanksgiving Day, this event features a 5K, and untimed 5K, Kid's Division 5K, and Kids 100 Meter Dash. Donuts are awarded at the finish line.
