Storming Into Action - Play Knows No Limits 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Walnut, Illinois
- Entry fee
- From $25
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storming Into Action - Play Knows No Limits | 5K | Oct 3, 20268:00 AM | $25 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $25 until Oct 3.
Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, 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 6:55 AM, and the Storming Into Action - Play Knows No Limits starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 740 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
103 S Main St, Walnut, IL 61376
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 October 3 the day usually runs from 58°F at dawn to 74°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 9% of days. Cold snaps dip to 43°F and hot years reach 85°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
- 103 S Main St, Walnut, IL 61376Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 740 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 3, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Storming Into Action - Play Knows No Limits?
- Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 3, 2026, 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.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 103 S Main St, Walnut, IL 61376.
From the organizers
This family-friendly event is more than just a race—it's an opportunity to make a lasting difference for the children of Bureau Valley Elementary. Every registration helps fund improvements to our school playground, including a new accessible safety surface and inclusive playground equipment that will allow students of all abilities to learn, play, and grow together.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking with family and friends, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps create a playground where no child is limited by physical barriers.
Come enjoy the excitement of Walnut Fall Fest, support a meaningful community project, and help us build a place where every child can experience the joy of play.