Elgin Valley Fox Trot 2027
- Date
- Sunday, June 6, 2027
- Start time
- 7:30 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Elgin, Illinois
- Entry fee
- From $20 · goes up to $55 on Jan 1, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-MIle Race | 10 Mile | Jun 6, 20277:30 AM | $50$55 after Jan 1, 2027 | – |
| 5K Race | 5K | Jun 6, 20277:40 AM | $35$40 after Jan 1, 2027 | – |
| 5K Youth Race (19 and Under) | 5K | Jun 6, 20277:40 AM | $20 | – |
| 2K Fun Walk | Other | Jun 6, 20277:45 AM | $20 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10 Mile fee goes up to $55 on Jan 1, 2027.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10-MIle Race: $50 until Jan 1, then $55 until Mar 16, then $60 until May 1, then $65 until Jun 6.
- 5K Race: $35 until Jan 1, then $40 until Mar 16, then $45 until May 1, then $50 until Jun 6.
- 5K Youth Race (19 and Under) and 2K Fun Walk: $20 until Jun 6.
Online registration closes Jun 6, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:17 AM, and the 10-MIle Race starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 750 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
300 N Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around June 6 the day usually runs from 56°F at dawn to 78°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 37% of days. Cold snaps dip to 52°F and hot years reach 86°F.
Based on 65 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
- 300 N Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 750 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, 10 Mile, Other
- Editions
- 2027 (Jun 6, 2027), 2026 (May 31, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Elgin Valley Fox Trot?
- Sunday, June 6, 2027, starting at 7:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $20 before processing fees, and rises to $55 on Jan 1, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Jun 6, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- 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, 10 Mile, Other.
- Where does it start?
- 300 N Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120.
From the organizers
Come help us celebrate the 50th Elgin Valley Fox Trot 10-Mile and 5K races which will take place in Elgin on June 6, 2027. The Fox Trot is one of the longest continuous and most popular running events in the region and is known for its scenic and challenging courses. New for the 50th celebration, the Fox Trot 10-Mile USATF certified course will include a special race-within-a-race: The Fox Valley Orthopedics Cedar Hill Challenge.... prizes will be awarded to the top male and top female runners in each 10-Mile age group who conquers the Cedar Avenue hill (during the 9th mile) in the fastest time.