Hornet Hustle

Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 9:00 AM CDT

Location: Harvard, IL; Lion's Park, 60033
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run or walk to support local cross country athletes and celebrate the expansion of Lions Park's walking path in this community 5K.

Fun
Scenic
For a Cause

Who it's for

Beginner Friendly
Family Friendly

Great for: beginners, families

Less ideal for: pure PR-chasing on a bare course

Join the Harvard Cross Country Team and the City of Harvard for the inaugural Hornet Hustle, a community 5K Fun Run and fundraiser. This event supports local cross country programs and celebrates the expansion of the walking path at Lions Park. Whether you're a competitive runner, a casual jogger, or prefer to walk for a cause, this family-friendly event offers a welcoming atmosphere with music, snacks, and community booths, all while enjoying the scenic Lions Park.

What to expect

Experience a welcoming community event in scenic Lions Park.
Run or walk the 5K, or bring little ones for the 1K Kids Run/Walk.
Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere with music, snacks, and community booths.

Standout details

Fundraiser for local Cross Country teams
Celebrates Lions Park path expansion
Family-friendly atmosphere
1K Kids Run/Walk available

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.

1K
Sat, Apr 11, 9:00 AM CDT · From $16.90
Opens Feb 9, 2026, 9:13 AM CST · Closes Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT
5K
Sat, Apr 11, 9:00 AM CDT · From $38.10
Opens Feb 9, 2026, 9:13 AM CST · Closes Apr 4, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT

The course

Mixed
Rolling
Family-oriented

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Mixed surface + rolling terrain

5K distance, mostly grass or cross-country style terrain, rolling area, typically mild weather

Rolling area

Based on typical seasonal and area patterns — not a course map or official forecast.

From the organizer

Event Description:

The Harvard Cross Country Team is collaborating with the The City of Harvard to host the first annual Hornet Hustle. A Lions Park 5K Fun Run & Cross Country Fundraiser. A community event to support our local cross country programs and celebrate the exciting expansion of the walking path at Lions Park!

On April 11th, 2026, Lions Park and The City of Harvard are partnering to extend the current walking path, creating even more space for fitness, family time, and outdoor fun. We will kick off the project during our 5K event with a special ceremony hosted in collaboration with The City of Harvard. This event will be for competitive runners, casual joggers, or those who want to walk for a cause. This event is for everyone!

Our Goal:

Proceeds will directly benefit our cross-country teams. Helping cover travel merchandise for our athletes, training equipment, and more.

Event Highlights:

1K Kids Run/Walk through scenic Lions Park

5K Fun Run/Walk through scenic Lions Park

Ceremonial Kickoff of the walking path expansion project

Family-friendly atmosphere with music, snacks, and community booths

A great way to support student-athletes and our growing park system

We want to come together as a community to support our runners and celebrate new opportunities for health and wellness in Lions Park!

Packet Pickup:

8:00 am on race day

Race Times:

1k Kids fun run/walk - 9:00 am

5k Fun run/walk- 9:30 am (Anticipated start)

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