El Trote De Las Calacas

The Gail Borden Public Library District Foundation and the U-46 Educational Foundation have partnered to create an extraordinary race and fall season for this community. On Saturday, October 18 , El Trote De Las Calacas (the Skeleton Trot), a USTF certified 5K race (and walk) steps off amid music and fanfare at 9 am on a course that begins at the Gail Borden Public Library at 270 N. Grove, Elgin, Illinois. FAQ Group/Team Registration Multi-person registration is available for 4 people or more. A discount will be applied. Shirts are an additional purchase. What is El Trote De Las Calacas/The Skeleton Trot? El Trote De Las Calacas/The Skeleton Trot is a USATF-certified 5K race (and walk) held Saturday, October 18. It will step off at 9 am on a course that begins at the Gail Borden Public Library at 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin, and winds through Elgin’s historic northeast neighborhood and scenic bike path along the Fox River. The Skeleton Trot will showcase community diversity while raising funds to support thousands of residents served by both School District U-46 and the Gail Borden Public Library District, the partners for the event. Both are registered 501(c)(3) organizations. Can anyone participate? Yes! The race is open to participants of all ages, ability levels and backgrounds. Volunteers Volunteers are needed and welcome to assist with registration, packet pickup, refreshments, course marshals, and more. If you are interested, please visit this page to sign up. How do I register and can I register in person? We require all participants to register online here. What do I get by registering? Participants will receive a goodie bag with a specially designed shirt and a unique bib number. On race day, you will receive additional items such as a medal, other free cool stuff. (Items subject to change.) T-Shirt Information Individual Registration: Includes one event t-shirt with the registration fee. Multi-Person Registration (4 or more): T-shirts are not included in the