Governors State University Jaguar 5K
Date and time
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Location
1 University Parkway, University Park, IL
Date and time
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Location
1 University Parkway, University Park, IL
Date and time
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Location
1 University Parkway, University Park, IL
Join GovState's Annual Jaguar 5K!
Lace up and get ready for an unforgettable, chip-timed adventure through the scenic campus of Governors State University! Whether you’re running or walking, this is your chance to be part of something special. And this year, we’re turning up the excitement with features for every age and fitness level!
WHAT'S IN STORE?
Pick up fun swag, enjoy the music, visit our event sponsors, club tables, kids events, and enjoy tasty treats from our favorite food truck vendors!
RACE DAY T-SHIRT: All participants will receive a custom shirt & snacks. Register early to secure your shirt size! CHIP-TIMED RACE, AWARDS & CEREMONY for 5K top finishers! WARM-UP ACTIVITY led by GovState's Physical Therapy team! FAVORITE area food trucks: Full line up coming soon! FREE Kids Dash (ages 10 & under) and other fun activities. ALL-DAY MUSIC, FREE Yoga, Kinesiology, club events and more!
New this year: Enjoy the performance from the Suburban Youth Orchestra
***Don't miss a race day photo with Jax the Jaguar!
WHAT'S HAPPENING
DATE: October 25th, 2026 WHERE: Governors State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park, IL
9:00am Check In and On Site Registration Kinesiology from the Occupational Therapy Team 9:45am Warm Up & Stretch with the Physical Therapy Team 10:00am Official Start 11:00am KIDS Dash (for those age 10 and under) 11:10am RAFFLE PRIZE Drawing (must be present to win) 11:15am Age Group Award Ceremony 11:30am Yoga at the Bell Tower
COURSE MAP
BECOME A SPONSOR, contact Veronica Blair at jaguar5k@govst.edu
5K
1 mile