
Scarecrow Scramble Nighttime 5K
Run or walk to help us provide recreation scholarships to low-income families who do not have the means to participate in recreation activities.
This event is a USATF certified race winding through slightly hilly paths of Lisle Community Park lit gently by luminaria for safety. Now in its 18th year, the Scarecrow Scramble is a premiere running experience race for the most avid runners and race participants, while promoting quality and safety.
All proceeds benefit the Lisle Partners for Parks Foundation Scholarship Fund & Lisle Teens with Character Program.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2022 SPONSORS!
GOLD SPONSOR
SILVER SPONSORS
SUPPORTING SPONSORS
FRIENDS OF THE SCARECROW
RACE REGISTRATION:
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
- ALL REGISTRATION FEES ARE FINAL AND NON-REFUNDABLE
- 1st 300 5K & Youth Run registrants are guaranteed a race shirt
- Participants must register online, no in-person or mail-in registration will be offered
- Every participant must sign a waiver at registration
AGE | RACE | RACE DAY | |||
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All Ages | 5K Run / Walk | $45 | |||
All Ages | Virtual 5K Run / Walk | $45 | |||
5-11 | Youth Run (1/2 Mile Run) |
$35 | |||
2-4 | Tot Dash (50-Yard Dash) |
$10 |
RACE BAG INCLUDES:
5K & Youth Run participants will receive the following with their registration:

- *1st 300 5K & Youth Run registrants are guaranteed a race shirt!
- **Race participants will receive a ticket redeemable for one (1) slice of pizza. Not included for virtual participants.
- ***Race participants will receive a ticket redeemable for one (1) drink. Beer ONLY for participants 21 years of age & older. Not included for virtual participants.
RACE BAG PICK UP:
DAY | DATE | TIME | LOCATION |
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Friday | October 14 | 3:00-7:00pm | Lisle Recreation Center, MP Room 1 1925 Ohio Street, Lisle |
Saturday | October 15 | 4:00-5:30pm | Lisle Senior High School 1800 Short Street, Lisle |
RACE DAY REGISTRATION:
DAY | DATE | TIME | LOCATION |
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Saturday | October 15 | 4:00-5:30pm | Lisle Senior High School 1800 Short Street, Lisle |
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS VIEW RACE MAP
TIME | EVENTS | LOCATION |
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5:00pm | Costume Contest | Lisle High School Football Field |
5:15pm | Tot Dash - Ages 2-4 | Start & End Location: Lisle High School Football Field |
5:30pm | Youth Run - Ages 5-11 | Start & End Location: See Map |
6:00pm | 5K Run/Walk | Start & End Location: Lisle High School Parking Lot |
Following Race | Post Race Pizza & Drink | Van Kampen Stage Area |
6:45pm | Awards Ceremony | Van Kampen Stage Area |

COSTUME CONTEST
Costumes are encouraged! Prizes will be awarded for the TOP 5 Costumes - Scariest, Family, Cutest, Most Creative, & Most Original!
You don't have to dress up in a costume to conquer the Scarecrow Scramble, but it definitely makes it more fun! We can't wait to see your costumes!
Join us for our costume contest on the football field at 5:00pm Sharp!

BECOME A SPONSOR
Get your name seen by runners across the suburbs - become a sponsor of the 18th Annual Scarecrow Scramble 5K! With different sponsorship levels available, your business, no matter the size can have an impact on this great event.
Interested? Download and fill out our sponsorship form or contact Jon Pratscher at 630-353-4305 or by email at jpratscher@lisleparkdistrict.org.

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER
Scarecrow Scramble is seeking volunteers. Volunteer for a couple hours or volunteer for the whole event. Volunteers are needed on Saturday, October 15 between 1:00pm & 9:00pm. Volunteers will receive at Boo Crew shirt, pizza, and pop or water.
To sign up to volunteer, please email our Race Director, Jon Pratscher at jpratscher@lisleparkdistrict.org by October 10. All volunteers must sign a waiver form.
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