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Tailwagger Trot

Sun, May 3, 2026, 9:00 AM CDT

Location
Lisle, IL
1825 Short St, 60532
Featured distance
3.1 Miles
Type
RUN

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At a glance

Lace up for a 'pawsitive' 5K experience in Lisle, where runners and their furry friends can trot together or enjoy the course solo.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Quirky

Join the annual Tailwagger Trot 5K in Lisle, IL, a delightful event where runners can bring their beloved canine companions or enjoy the course solo. This welcoming run invites all to make 'pawsitive memories' on a 3.1-mile journey. Participants can look forward to a guaranteed race shirt and dog bandana if registered by April 14th, along with chip-timed results. Awards celebrate top finishers across various age groups, adding a friendly competitive spirit to the fun.

What to expect

  • Run or walk a 3.1-mile course, with or without your leashed dog.
  • Receive a race shirt and dog bandana (guaranteed if registered by April 14th).
  • Compete for awards given to overall and age group top finishers.

Standout details

  • Dog-friendly 5K run/walk
  • Race shirt & dog bandana
  • Awards for top finishers
  • Official chip-timed bibs

Perks & features

  • Chip Timed
  • Shirt

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Easygoing

  • Rolling area

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Bring your human and show off your tail swagger at our annual Tailwagger Trot 5K! Bring your furry friend or come solo—everyone is welcome to join the fun! Let’s make some pawsitive memories together!

5K Race registrants will receive the following with their registration: - Sign-Up by April 14th you are guaranteed a race shirt & dog bandana. Please note that any registrations after April 14th, are not guaranteed a race shirt or their requested size on race day or a dog bandana. - Official chip timed bib

If bringing your dog! Please note: You are responsible for the actions of your dog. Keep your dog leashed at all times. Leashes must not exceed 8 feet. Dogs known to be aggressive toward other dogs or people may not participate. Be polite: pick up & dispose of your dog's feces. By signing up for this event, owners are agreeing that their dog(s) will be up to date on all vaccinations during the event.

Awards will be given to the overall top male and female finishers. The top male and female finishers in the following age groups will also receive an award: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-65, 66+.

Race Packet Pick Up Lisle Recreation Center 1925 Ohio Street, Lisle Friday May 1st, from 4pm-7pm

Race Day Registration and Race Packet Pick Up Lisle Bandshell Shelter 1825 Short St, Lisle, IL 60532 Sunday May 3rd, from 7:30am-8:30am

Race Day Schedule 5K Run/Walk 9:00am Awards Ceremony 10:15am

Please note that any registrations after April 14th are not guaranteed a dog bandana, race shirt or their requested size on race day. Every participant must fill out a waiver at registration Participants must register online, no in-person or mail-in registration will be offered Race officials maintain the right to cancel the event for safety due to severe weather conditions.

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