Monster Education Foundation 5K/3K race/walk
About this race
Join us early on the morning of Saturday, September 19th for the Monster 5K/3K!
And be a part of something bigger than just a race!
Every step you take helps Equip Young Leaders to Change the World!
There's something special about starting your day with the Monster 5K/3K every year. Fresh air, a great community united around a meaningful cause, and a perfect way to kick off your morning with energy and purpose- the Monster 5K/3K is early in the day and you'll still have pleny of time to enjoy a full and productive Saturday afterwards.
WHEN: Saturday, September 19th!
WHERE: Heritage Park- Performance Pavilion
201 Community Blvd, Wheeling, IL 60090
SCHEDULE:
7:00am REGISTRATION STARTS
7:30am WARM-UP and ANNOUNCEMENTS
8:00am RACE STARTS! -- followed by refreshments
9:00am CLOSING AWARD CEREMONY
Whether a seasoned runner, casual jogger, or simply want to walk with friends and family, everyone is welcome. Furry friends too!
Along the way, you'll connect with other supporters who believe in investing in the next generation of leaders!
Every registered participant receives an official Not Just Talk T-shirt!
If you would like to sponsor the 5K/3K
Fun raffle and prizes for all participants
winners of each age group recieve a prize
Contact Jenny @jenny@monstereducationfoundation.org
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Typical race-day weather
Based on 3 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Wheeling, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:36 AM and sets at 6:54 PM local time (CDT) in Wheeling on September 19, 2026 — 12h 18m of daylight.
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- Wheeling 5K Races 6 races
- Wheeling Running Calendar 2026 6 races
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, 6 Wheeling events
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