Cary Hero Dash 5KM Walk/Run

Sat, May 16, 2026, 8:30 AM CDT

Location: Cary, IL; 1300 Klasen Rd, 60013
Featured distance: 5K
Type: RUN

At a glance

A community 5K walk/run supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, celebrating movement, hope, and the power of giving back.

Fun
For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

Join the Cary Hero Dash 5K, a community walk and run dedicated to supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This event embodies a spirit of health, compassion, and community, welcoming both seasoned runners and first-timers. Every step helps children and families facing childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. It's a meaningful day to celebrate movement, hope, and the profound impact of giving back, one stride at a time.

What to expect

Expect a welcoming 5K walk/run for all abilities.
Receive a participation medal to commemorate your effort.
Enjoy refreshments after your finish.

Standout details

Supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Beginner-friendly 5K walk/run
Participation medal for all
Post-race refreshments

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From the organizer

Join us for The Hero Dash 5K, a community run and walk raising funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, every step you take helps children and families battling childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

This event was created in the spirit of health, compassion, and community. It’s a day to celebrate movement, hope, and the power of giving back — one stride at a time.

We will be providing refreshments and a medal for participation.

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