Ribbons of Hope 5k
Sat, May 9, 2026, 9:00 AM CDT
- Location
- Mokena, IL
- 11916 E Lincoln Hwy, 60448
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
A Mother's Day 5K run/walk at Hickory Creek Forest Preserve, celebrating family and supporting local charities with a fun, chip-timed event.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
Festive
For a CauseWho it's for
- Beginner Friendly
- Family Friendly
Beginner Friendly
Family FriendlyGreat for: beginners, families
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Celebrate Mother's Day with the Ribbons of Hope 5k, a fun and family-friendly run/walk benefiting local charities. Held at Hickory Creek Forest Preserve, this event offers a chip-timed 5K for those seeking a competitive edge, alongside a welcoming atmosphere for all participants. If you can't make the live event, a virtual option is available, complete with shipped race gear. Join in to support a meaningful cause and enjoy a memorable day.
What to expect
- Enjoy a family-friendly 5K run or walk, chip-timed with live results.
- Compete for age group awards or participate virtually from anywhere.
- Receive an awesome super soft t-shirt and custom race bib.
Standout details
- Supports local charities
- Mother's Day celebration
- Virtual race option with shipped gear
- Awesome super soft t-shirt
Perks & features
- Awards
- Chip Timed
- Swag Included
Awards
Chip Timed
Swag IncludedFrom 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
3 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sat, May 9, 9:00 AM CDT · From $28.49
Opens Oct 28, 2025, 8:13 AM CDT · Closes May 9, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
- 5K
Sat, May 9, 9:00 AM CDT · From $28.49
Opens Oct 28, 2024, 4:21 AM CDT · Closes Feb 27, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
Kids Dash
Sat, May 9, 9:00 AM CDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoing- Rolling area
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Rolling
- Family-oriented
From the organizer
Join us for an awesome and fun family friendly 5k run/walk event to celebrate Mother's Day on Saturday May 9th! All proceeds from this event are used to support our fundraising mission to support local charities in our community.
This race takes place at Hickory Creek Forest Preserve in Mokena
All events will start at 9:00am this year!
In addition to supporting a great cause, this event will also be a great time and a great opportunity to score some awesome race swag!
And if you're not able to participate in the live event don't worry... we also have a virtual race and we'll ship your race gear at no additional charge and you can complete the run/walk virtually at any time and location that you choose!
Registration Includes:
Awesome Super Soft T-Shirt Custom Race Bib Age Group Awards Chip Timed 5k Run/Walk Live Results Posted Online *More perks and goodies are on the way.. check back soon for more info!
Run Like a Mother!
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