Saturday, July 20, 2019
Post Race Picnic In The Park
BBQ - Beer - Kids' Activities

McCollum Park
6801 Main St, Downers Grove, IL

FEES

INDIVIDUAL

5M & 5K 3/11-5/15: $35 5/15-7/18: $40 7/19-20: $45
1M 3/11-5/15: $30 5/15-7/18: $35 7/19-20: $40

TEAMS - groups of 4 or more

5M & 5K 3/11-5/15: $30 5/15-7/18: $35 7/19-20: $40
1M 3/11-5/15: $25 5/15-7/18: $30 7/19-20: $35

50-Meter kids Dash: 3/11-7/20: $15

LOCATION

The BBQ BOLT Run/Walk will be held at:
McCollum Park
6801 Main St.
Downers Grove, IL
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The 5-mile and 5k events will start behind the concession stand on the road behind the Fire Station. The 1-mile walk will also start behind the concession stand but on the park path.

WHAT DO YOU RECEIVE?

T-SHIRT
5-Mile, 5K and 1-Mile registrants will receive a short-sleeve technical T-shirt. Register by July 1 to guarantee a T-shirt in your preferred size. Kids in the 50-Meter Dash will NOT receive a T-shirt.

MEDALS & AWARDS
All participants, including the 50-Meter Dash, will receive a finisher's medal. Awards given to overall first place male and female in 5-Mile and 5K. Age category awards for top male and female finishers for both 5-Mile and 5K: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+. No awards given for 1-Mile or 50-meter dash.

PICNIC IN THE PARK
Every registered participant (even kiddos!) will get to enjoy a "Picnic in the Park" complete with BBQ, beer and lemonade! There will be fun activities for kids and "kids at heart" to enjoy!

TEAMS

Groups of 4 or more can create a TEAM and receive a discount on registration! Members of a team can participate in any distance they choose. If you are a family of 4 or more, create a team and receive the discount! Discount of $5 per registrant will take place during checkout.

CREATE A TEAM: The person creating the team will first register themselves by picking the race distance of their choice and then under the TEAM section of the registration form, they will choose to "create the team", pick a team name, create a password and include themselves on the team.

JOIN A TEAM: Team members select the race distance they want to participate in and then in the TEAM section of the registration page, pick "choose to be added to a team" and pick from the team names in a drop down menu.

COURSE DETAILS

5-MILE RUN

The 5-Mile course will be chip timed and is for RUNNERS ONLY. Participants must keep at least a 15-minute pace. The course starts at McCollum Park, continues on neighborhood streets, loops through Patriots Park around Barth Pond and finishes at McCollum Park. NO strollers or dogs allowed on the 5-Mile course.

5K RUN/WALK

The 5K course will be chip timed and is for runners and walkers. Participants must keep at least a 16-minute pace. The course starts at McCollum Park, continues on neighborhood streets and finishes at McCollum Park. Strollers and dogs are permitted on the 5K course. Dogs must be leashed and kept close to you at all times. Please be mindful of runners around you.

1-MILE WALK

The 1-Mile Walk will not be chip timed and is for WALKERS ONLY. The walk course will take place on the path that loops around McCollum Park. Strollers and dogs are permitted on the 1-Mile course. Dogs must be leashed and kept close to you at all times. Please be mindful of others around you.

50-METER DASH

The 50-Meter Kid Dash will take place after the other distances. Kids 12 and under can participate. The dash will be held on the grass near post-race festivities. For children 12 and under who participate in the 5-mile, 5k or 1-mile they will also be able to participate in the 50-meter dash at no additional charge. Please have your child check in at the 50-meter start line to get the 50-meter bib.

WHY PARTICIPATE?

The BBQ Bolt supports Downers Grove Park District's inclusion services, through SEASPAR, for people with disabilities who want to participate in a park district program or activity.

PACKET PICKUP

Friday, July 19, 2019
3-7 PM
Downers Grove Park District Recreation Center
4500 Belmont Avenue
Downers Grove, IL

You may also pick up your race packet on race morning starting at 6:30 AM at McCollum Park

SPONSORSHIP

Interested in becoming a sponsor?
For sponsorship or event information please contact Heather Zoellick at
hzoellick@dgparks.org or 630-960-7256

  • Saturday, SEPT. 14 | 12-3PM

    Fishel Park | 1036 Grove St, Downers Grove, IL

    Presented by Community Bank of Downers Grove

    Join Downers Grove Park District for the third annual Dog Daze Event from 12-3PM on Saturday, Sept. 14, at Fishel Park!

    Pack up your pooch and plan for a day of fun-filled activities for you and them. For the pups, we will have a non-competitive agility course, a splash zone, pet pampering station, free pup cups, a doggie fashion show, photo booth, a peanut butter licking contest, and more! For the people, enjoy food vendors, pet vendors, live music, and adult beverages. Beverage tips will be donated to West Suburban Humane Society.

    Schedule of activities

    Live Music with Liz & Hala: 12:30-3PM

    Liz Berg and Paul Hala, 2 veterans of the Chicago music scene, have teamed up to form one of the thickest sounding duos around. With male and female vocals, two guitars, a bass drum and foot tambourine, they cover lots of musical ground without using any pre-recorded tracks.

    Non-competitive Agility Course: 12-3PM

    Dogs of all skill levels can enjoy navigating obstacles and showing off their playful side!

    Splash Zone: 12-3PM

    Sponsored by The Eric Hamilton Team at Guaranteed Rate

    Dogs can cool off and make a splash in a refreshing water play area, perfect for some wet and wild fun!

    Pet Pampering Station & Photo Booth: 12-3PM

    Treat your furry friend to some well-deserved TLC at our pet pampering station, then capture the moment in our 360-degree photo booth for a picture-perfect memory!

    Peanut Butter Licking Contest: 12:30PM, 1:30PM, 2:30PM

    Bring your pup to compete in our peanut butter licking contest, with separate divisions for small and large dogs. The fastest licker wins a prize!

    Doggie Fashion Show: 1PM

    Pups can dress to impress and strut their stuff down the runway at the Doggie Fashion Show where the Best Dressed Pup wins a prize.


    Event Information

    Pet Vendors & Booths

    Sponsor & Partner Booths

    Food & Beverages

    Event Parking

    • Street Parking: West along Grove Street (first come, first served)
    • Mochel Drive Parking Garage: 5159 Mochel Dr. - Directions
    • Lincoln Center: 935 Maple Ave. - Directions

    General Event Rules

    • Dogs must remain on a leash at all times unless in the Splash Zone or Agility Course Area
    • By attending the Dog Daze event, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages or loss
    • Dog waste must be cleaned up by owners and disposed of in the provided receptacles
    • Unfriendly animals will not be permitted to participate
    • All dogs must be up-to-date on vaccinations
    • Food is not allowed in the Splash Zone or Agility Course

    . Race results will be posted by the post-race area.

    . Results will be posted online at bbqbolt.org on Monday, Aug. 30.

    . The awards ceremony will be live streamed on the Downers Grove Park District's YouTube page.

    . All participants will pick up their finisher medal on a table at the finish line.

    . Overall and age category winners for the 5K course will be announced as quickly as possible.

    . Awards will be available on tables grouped by age divisions near the pavilion at McCollum Park.