Go Fish 5K & Kids' Color Run
About this race
Started in 2012, the Go Fish 5k and Kids' Color Run had a goal of getting people off the couch and active. This includes active teens and adults, older individuals who would not traditionally consider participating in a 5k, as well as families. Entire families are encouraged to participate together, with awards going to the fastest individuals and fastest families. Starting at 8am, there is a Kid's 1/2 mile Color run on the school grounds followed by a 5K Run/Walk on the Fox River Bike Path. To encourage families to participate there are plenty of activities post-race including games, face-painting and bouncy houses. The affiliated school PTA also hosts a pancake breakfast to encourage families to spend additional time together and in community. All proceeds benefit the Fish Food Pantry of Carpentersville, our local food pantry for families in need.
Join fellow runners on August 15, 2026 for the Go Fish 5K & Kids' Color Run. It's a fantastic 4.8K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in East Dundee.
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Go Fish 5K Run/Walk--Individual Registration (ONE tshirt included)
The Go Fish 5K is an out and back 3 mile run/walk on the Fox River Bike Path, starting at Immanuel Lutheran Church and heading south. Finish is at Immanuel Lutheran Church parking lot. We welcome families, friends, community members, anyone!! Strollers welcome but please no pets or bikes.
Go Fish 5K Run/Walk--Family Registration (TWO tshirts included/up to 6 members)
The Go Fish 5K is an out and back 3 mile run/walk on the Fox River Bike Path, starting at Immanuel Lutheran Church and heading south. Finish is at Immanuel Lutheran Church parking lot. We welcome families, friends, community members, anyone!! Strollers welcome but please no pets or bikes. Kids' Color Run registration included in all 5K Family registrations (kids will get a gray tshirt--if you want white, please order through extra tshirts on this site).
Go Fish Kids' Color Run/Walk (WITHOUT Family/Individual 5K registration)
The Go Fish Kids' Color Run is about a 1/2 mile course on the property next to Immanuel Lutheran School. There will be color powder 'throwers' to monitor the kids while on the course. This is not a timed race. The kids have lots of fun! We suggest kids wear clear glasses/sunglasses to protect their eyes. Color run kids will get a white 5K tshirt. If child is getting a colored 5K shirt, wear a plain white tshirt for the Color Run to see the fun powder on their shirts.
About East Dundee
Go Fish 5K & Kids' Color Run takes place in East Dundee, Illinois, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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