6th Annual Fox Trot 5K 2027
- Date
- Saturday, June 12, 2027
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Bedford Park, Illinois
- Entry fee
- From $25 · goes up to $35 on Jan 20, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Trot 5K | 5K | Jun 12, 20278:00 AM | $25$35 after Jan 20, 2027 | – |
| Fox Trot 5K Virtual RunVirtual | 5K | Jun 12, 20279:00 AM | $25$35 after Dec 24, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $35 on Jan 20, 2027.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $25 until Jan 20, then $35 until May 26, then $40 until Jun 13, then $45 until Jun 13.
Online registration closes Jun 13, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $25, entry is about 29 percent below a typical 5K in Illinois, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Illinois runs 35:55, about 11:34 a mile, based on 426 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:13 and men in 31:16.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:15 AM, and the Fox Trot 5K starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 600 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
6652 S 78th Ave, Bedford Park, IL 60501
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2026 results
All results (3 years)Aggregated from official results for 6th Annual Fox Trot 5K. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at 6th Annual Fox Trot 5K?
In 2026, the fastest tenth finished in 22:39 or better, the top quarter in 29:56, and half the field in 40:18; the last tenth came in after 1:05:33.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | n/a | 21:02 |
| 40-49 | 35:03 | 29:02 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Finishers by year
About the same size since 2024.
All events combined, from official results.
6th Annual Fox Trot 5K 5K year by year
From 2024 to 2026, the field went from 43 to 42 finishers, and the median time rose from 35:16 to 40:18.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 42 (+17%) | 40:18 | under 22:39 | 19:49 |
| 2025 | 36 (-16%) | 51:08 | under 27:21 | 23:04 |
| 2024 | 43 | 35:16 | under 24:30 | 20:12 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
Typical race-day weather
Around June 12 the day usually runs from 58°F at dawn to 79°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 29% of days. Cold snaps dip to 52°F and hot years reach 90°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 6652 S 78th Ave, Bedford Park, IL 60501Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 600 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2027 (Jun 12, 2027), 2026 (Jun 19, 2026), 2025 (Jun 20, 2025), 2024 (Jun 22, 2024), 2023 (Jun 24, 2023), 2022 (Jun 25, 2022)
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Quick answers
- When is 6th Annual Fox Trot 5K?
- Saturday, June 12, 2027, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees, and rises to $35 on Jan 20, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Jun 13, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Illinois?
- At $25, entry is about 29 percent below a typical 5K in Illinois, which costs $35 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2026, 42 runners finished the Fox Trot 5K; the median finish was 40:18 and the winner ran 19:49.
- Where does it start?
- 6652 S 78th Ave, Bedford Park, IL 60501.
From the organizers
Love Smiles 6th Annual Fox Trot 5K
Join us for the 6th Annual Love Smiles Fox Trot 5K as we run, walk, and come together to support children battling cancer and other serious illnesses.
Hosted by Love Smiles, this family-friendly event helps fund our Bags of Love program, which delivers books, comfort items, and encouragement to children receiving treatment in hospitals across the country.
Whether you're chasing a personal record, enjoying a morning walk with friends, or supporting a meaningful cause, every step makes a difference. Participants can look forward to a scenic course, race-day swag, awards, refreshments, and a community united around bringing smiles to children and families facing difficult journeys.