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Nik's 7K Home Run & 1.5 Mile Walk & Grammy's Auction at MercyHealth Sportscore Two (Indoor Sports Center) 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Loves Park, Illinois
- Entry fee
- From Free
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Mile Walk | Other | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $30$35 after Sep 27, 2026 | – |
| 7k Cancer Survivor | – | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $25 | – |
| 7K Run | Other | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $40$45 after Sep 27, 2026 | – |
| 7k Running Club Members | – | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $35$40 after Sep 27, 2026 | – |
| Memorial Garden Sign | – | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $25 | – |
| Youth Run/Walk | Kids | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | Free | – |
| Virtual 5kVirtual | 5K | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $35 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 1.5 Mile Walk: $35 until Oct 9, then $40 until Oct 10.
- 7k Cancer Survivor: $25 until Oct 10.
- 7K Run: $45 until Oct 9, then $50 until Oct 10.
- 7k Running Club Members: $40 until Oct 9, then $45 until Oct 10.
Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:01 AM, and the 1.5 Mile Walk starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 850 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
8800 E. Riverside Blvd, Loves Park, IL 61111
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All results146
finishers
41:19
median (9:30 /mi)
28:09
winning time
55% / 45%
women / men
Aggregated from official results for Nik's 7K Home Run & 1.5 Mile Walk & Grammy's Auction at MercyHealth Sportscore Two (Indoor Sports Center). Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Nik's 7K Home Run & 1.5 Mile Walk & Grammy's Auction at MercyHealth Sportscore Two (Indoor Sports Center)?
In 2025, the fastest tenth finished in 33:01 or better, the top quarter in 36:17, and half the field in 41:19; the last tenth came in after 55:15.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 20-29 | 38:24 | 33:39 |
| 30-39 | 36:30 | 32:43 |
| 40-49 | 35:15 | 30:43 |
| 50-59 | 39:54 | 39:07 |
| 60-69 | 39:01 | 36:29 |
| 70+ | n/a | 39:04 |
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 2025.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 10 the day usually runs from 49°F at dawn to 68°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 24% of days. Cold snaps dip to 38°F and hot years reach 79°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.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Nik's 7K Home Run & 1.5 Mile Walk & Grammy's Auction at MercyHealth Sportscore Two (Indoor Sports Center) cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
Course Map
Shirt and medal
Race Swag
All participants will receive a T-Shirt and Swag Bag.
Awards
Top Fundraiser Award
Participant with the most fundraising will take home this awesome trophy.
Rules and FAQ
Volunteer at Nik's Home Run
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER. Nik's Home Run takes about 100 volunteers. This is a great opportunity to give back with your time. If you have questions about volunteering contact Linda at [email protected].
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Race details
- Where
- 8800 E. Riverside Blvd, Loves Park, IL 61111Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 850 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- Kids, Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 10, 2026), 2025 (Oct 11, 2025), 2024 (Oct 12, 2024), 2023 (Oct 14, 2023), 2020 (Oct 10, 2020)
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Quick answers
- When is Nik's 7K Home Run & 1.5 Mile Walk & Grammy's Auction at MercyHealth Sportscore Two (Indoor Sports Center)?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, 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?
- Kids, Other.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 146 runners finished the 7K Run; the median finish was 41:19 and the winner ran 28:09.
- Where does it start?
- 8800 E. Riverside Blvd, Loves Park, IL 61111.
From the organizers
CELEBRATE 15 years and 500 WISHES with our 7k run or 1.5 mile walk! Join us at MercyHealth Sportscore Two (Indoor Sports Center) for this year's race followed by a fun indoor afterparty and Grammy's Auction!
Bring JOY to young adults, and their families, fighting cancer. Most pediatric support programs age out at 18 and adult programs start at 25 leaving a gap for young adults. Our mission is to bridge that gap and deliver joy to young adults aged 18-24 battling cancer!