23rd Annual This Run's For Jack 2026

Sun, Oct 18, 2026, 2:00 AM CDT

Location: 800 St. Charles Rd., Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Featured distance: 5K
Type: Run

Race feel

Join the 23rd Annual This Run's For Jack 5K to fight melanoma. Enjoy an accessible, paved course and a complimentary skin screening.

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For a Cause

The 23rd Annual This Run's For Jack 5K invites you to join the fight against melanoma. Participate in-person in Glen Ellyn, IL, or virtually, supporting a vital cause with every step. The event features a paved, accessible course, welcoming strollers and offering a complimentary skin screening. Enjoy food and drinks at the finish line, and consider the unique "Tri-Athlete" challenge by competing in three events (run, walk, ride, or golf) to earn a special medal and shirt. All participants receive an SPF50 long-sleeve shirt.

What to expect

From the organizer

23rd Annual " This Run's for Jack "

Fighting Melanoma Every Step of the Way!

Choose IN-PERSON or VIRTUAL . Single event...or compete in more than one: Run / Walk / Ride / Golf.

IN-PERSON Event :

Complimentary skin screening with dermatologist. Course Map Hospitality Tent for those touched by the disease. Course is paved and accessible for people with disabilities. Food and drinks will be available to participants at the finish line. Strollers allowed but must line up behind runners. Please Note : No pets , bikes, or roller-blades are allowed in the race.

TRI-ATHLETE MEDAL AND SHIRT (in-person and virtual) Sign-up and compete in 3 events and receive a TRFJ Tri-Athlete medal and shirt.

All Participants receive an SPF50 Longsleeve Shirt. Contact us for a COUPON CODE: when registering a family of 5 or more. when sponsoring the event for $500 or more.