Saw Wee Kee - Summer Trail Run

The Saw Wee Kee - Summer Trail Run takes place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM CDT in Saw Wee Kee Park on Sundown Lane, Yorkville, Illinois, USA. This soft-path trail run features twists and turns, ups and downs, making for a great natural experience whether the weather creates a muddy challenge or a fragrant wildflower-filled dash. Runners are bib-timed and sent in every few minutes as part of a four-race series where each event features a different course and a different piece of a collectible medal.

Event Logistics and Participant Information:

• Registration Deadlines: Registration by Thursday, May 28 guarantees seasonal swag. Late registration is available through June 5, with swag available as supplies last. Race day registration is also available on June 6.
• Series Medal: Each race in the four-run series features a different course and a different piece of the medal. Attend all four runs to complete the full 2026 medal.
• Seasonal Swag: Each run features different seasonal swag items. Swag is guaranteed only for registrations completed by May 28.
• Start Procedure: Runners are bib-timed and sent in intervals of every few minutes, creating a relaxed and personalized start experience.
• Refund Policy: There are no refunds for athletic events.
• Course Character: The soft, natural path includes twists, turns, ups, and downs. Conditions vary from muddy messes to fragrant wildflower-filled dashes depending on weather.

Route and Atmosphere:

• Scenic Highlights: Saw Wee Kee Park offers a natural woodland setting with wildflowers, forest canopy, and varied terrain typical of Illinois prairie-edge trails.
• Terrain Profile: Soft-surface trails with natural elevation changes, including rolling hills and winding singletrack sections.
• Series Progression: This is the summer edition of a four-race series. Each run offers a distinct course layout, encouraging return participation across seasons.
• Spectator Experience: The park setting allows spectators to gather near the start/finish area and along accessible trail sections.
• Community: A low-key, runner-friendly atmosphere with wave starts and a focus on nature appreciation rather than crowded mass starts.

The Saw Wee Kee - Summer Trail Run 2026 invites runners to explore the natural contours of Yorkville's premier woodland park, with soft trails, seasonal wildflowers, and a collectible medal series that rewards returning participants across all four seasonal events.