Road running

Skokie's Backlot Dash 5K and 1/2 Mile Youth Color Run

📅 August 28, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Skokie · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (August 29, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.

Available distances

3.1 mi

About

Skokie's Backlot Dash 5K and 1/2 Mile Youth Color Run takes place in downtown Skokie on August 28, 2027, with a 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk starting at 8:30 a.m. and a half-mile fun run for kids. The event is organized around the site of Skokie's Backlot Bash.

5K runners get chip timing, a T-shirt, a USATF-certified course and a complimentary beer. Kids in the fun run receive a T-shirt and a participation medal. Age-group categories are offered for both male and female participants.

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