Skip to main content
Run Vibes
Browse races
The Fall Color 5K logo

The Fall Color 5K

Sat, Oct 24, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT

Location
Lisle, IL
4100 IL Rt 53, 60532
Type
RUN
Official registrationPast results (if available)

Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.

At a glance

Run or walk through stunning fall colors, kick off a festival, and enjoy a lively post-race party, all while supporting tree conservation.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Embrace the beauty of autumn at The Fall Color 5K, winding through a scenic course at the Arboretum. Experience rolling terrain as trees begin their vibrant seasonal transformation, perfect for all levels. This event helps kick off the Fall Color Festival and supports the Arboretum's vital mission to plant and protect trees. Celebrate your finish with a lively post-race party featuring live music, food, and a complimentary beer.

What to expect

  • A unique 5K course with rolling terrain on the Arboretum’s East Side.
  • Enjoy a post-race party with live music, food, and a complimentary beer.
  • Your participation supports the Arboretum's mission to protect trees.

Standout details

  • Scenic fall color course
  • Post-race party with live music
  • Complimentary beer
  • Supports tree conservation

Perks & features

  • After-Party

From the public listing — confirm on the official site.

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 5K

    Sat, Oct 24, 8:00 AM CDT · From $60.31

    Opens Aug 21, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT · Closes Aug 28, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • 5K

    Sat, Oct 24, 8:00 AM CDT · From $49.64

    Opens Aug 21, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT · Closes Oct 13, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Flat
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Spend a magical fall morning running or walking through a scenic course with trees just at the cusp of their full autumnal color change. You’ll experience a unique course with rolling terrain along the Arboretum’s East Side, perfect for participants of all levels to help kick off the Fall Color Festival. A virtual 5K option is also available.

Once you’ve conquered the course, stay for a postrace party with live music, food, and a complimentary beer!

Your ticket purchase helps support the Arboretum’s mission to plant and protect trees for a greener, healthier, and more beautiful world.

Line up with everyone at 8:00 a.m. for a shotgun start. Cross by 8:15am if you'd like to go your own pace.

Note : Medals will only be awarded to those who compete in the 8:00 a.m. shot gun start.

Arboretum Members save $10 per registration. The discount will be applied during the registration process after entering your Member number.

Also in this area

Similar vibe nearby

Races nearby with a similar atmosphere.

More demanding options nearby

Higher-difficulty races in the same state.