Busse Woods 20 Miler - 7:00a.m.
About this race
The self-timed 20 mile run is a great opportunity to prepare for the Chicago Marathon. This run is designed to help runners build endurance and strength for the marathon by simulating the distance and atmosphere of the race. As the name suggests, the run covers a distance of 20 miles and will feature well-marked course with aid stations along the way to provide runners with hydration and support.
It's a great chance to practice fueling strategies, hydration, and gear choices before the big day. With a supportive and encouraging atmosphere, this race will help runners build confidence and provide an opportunity to bond with fellow runners who are also preparing for the Chicago Marathon.
NEW OPTION - We've received feedback around having shirts. You now have an option to buy a shirt! Orders need to be in by September 4th in order to have by packet pickup (pickup available after as well) We'll host a celebration with refreshments at the finish line!
Free and easy parking near Picnic Grove 27.
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Running
20 Miler
Typical race-day weather
Based on 5 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Elk Grove Village, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:36 AM and sets at 6:54 PM local time (CDT) in Elk Grove Village on September 19, 2026 — 12h 18m of daylight.
Course
No course map published yet.
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 14 Elk Grove Village events
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