Sat, October 3, 2026
Willow Springs, Illinois
Entry from $30 — listed fees can step up closer to event day.
Fees shown are the current listed entry fees — check the registration page before you go.
Get out of the city and join us for a bike ride or run along the Des Plaines river in Willow Springs. We have distances for everyone. Choose between a 40k or 65k bike ride or a 5k fun run/walk.
Experience the camaraderie and community of people coming together for a cause to better diabetes care in the greater Chicago area. All proceeds will go directly to our mission to transform diabetes care and research in Chicago. COURSE MAPS All event maps can be found here.
Athletes are responsible for having and knowing the course route for their event. There will be signs on course to help guide but ultimately it is the athletes responsibility. Join us for the post-race party after the event at Imperial Oak Brewing.
On Course Except for passing, participants should always remain on the right side of the trail. Helmets are required for ALL cyclists throughout their entire ride. The 65k route has about 25k (15miles of crushed gravel trail).
The 40k route is all paved. 5 and mile 30 for the 65k route). You must have your own water bottle to refill.
Water will be
Sweet Ride | Bike • Run • Walk is scheduled for Sat, October 3, 2026 in Willow Springs, Illinois. Confirm the start schedule on the registration page before race morning.
Listed entry fees currently run from $30 to $50 depending on the event and route. Fees can step up closer to event day — check the registration page for current pricing.
The current listing carries 3 options: 5K, 40K, 65K. Route details live on the registration page.