Due to the size of this event, we have wave times at 8, 9, and 10am! Like Running or Walking? Love Wine? This race is for you! Join us on Sunday, May 24, 2026 for an exciting annual event that features the amazing wine selection of Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants! Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants is a fusion of familiar elements ― modern casual restaurant, Napa-style tasting room, and artisanal retail market ― combined to create an entirely new hospitality experience. The Cooper’s Hawk wine collection features 60 core varietals, designed to please a range of palates. It includes selections that are approachable for those new to the world of wine, as well as complex and full-bodied options for more seasoned drinkers. Cooper’s Hawk wines are produced from the finest grapes from around the globe, with grapes grown and harvested in both New World and Old World regions including Italy, France, California, Chile, New Zealand, Australia and Washington. Cooper’s Hawk has won 600+ prestigious wine awards and is the official wine of the Screen Actors Guild Awards. So, whether you are looking to run, walk or just enjoy the wine this race is a sure thing for a great time and an incredible experience! This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing . Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com . Registration Includes: T-shirt : Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt included! Wine Glass : Shatterproof, Collapsible, and Portable! Finisher Medal: Doubles as a Wine Stopper! Race Bib : Chip timed 5k run/walk Results Posted Online ...and of course, a pour of wine!
This event will be offering Age Group Awards! In addition to scoring all of the great swag listed above, the top 3 finishers in each age category also receives a custom age group award! 10 Year Categories : 1-9, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & Over Important details: Competitive Runners, please start with the first group to be eligible for an age group awards. If your event has wave start times, age group winners must start with the first wave to be eligible for a pin.
5K: T-Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $30.00 | Dec 1 | Mar 1 |
| $35.00 | Mar 1 | Apr 12 | |
| $40.00 | Apr 12 | Apr 26 | |
| $45.00 | Apr 26 | May 14 | |
| $50.00 | May 14 | May 24 | |
| $55.00 | May 24 | May 25 |
Parking in the forest preserve parking lot by Schmul School is encouraged, with limited parking available at Cooper’s Hawk - New Lenox.
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 458 | 44:34 | 9:09 |
Interested in this race?
Packet Pick-up will be on Wednesday and Thursday, May 20-21st from Noon-6pm both days at Cooper's Hawk New Lenox! Please skip the lines and enjoy the wines with us during Happy Hour at the winery to pick up your race packet. Can I pick up for a friend? Yes! Just have them send you their QR code for check-in Is Race Day Pickup available? Yes! Race day pickup will be available from 7:45-8:45am. Please make sure to arrive early if you are picking up on race day.