Run, Walk & Roll - Geneva 2026

UPDATE: If you've already registered, keep an eye out later this week for specific instructions from Natalie Sarby!

Race-Day Opportunities

Sunday, October 18

Marklund Hyde Center - 1S450 Wyatt Dr, Geneva, IL

Check-In: 7:15 a.m. at the Volunteer Tent - Shirts will be distributed at a first-come, first-go basis.

End: Registration and Packet Pick-Up volunteers will end around 9:00 a.m., all other positions 10:00/10:15

Course Marshal 

Help keep participants on track and the event running smoothly! Course Marshals guide runners at key intersections, assist with traffic flow, and cheer on participants. Adults preferred. Bring your own chair or borrow one provided by Marklund. We appreciate your dedication!

Race-Day Registration and Packet Pick-Up
Assist participants with packet pick-up by last name or help process registrations, purchases, and donations.

Food & Beverage Team 
Setting up food, monitoring supplies, replenishing trays as needed, maintaining cleanliness and helping with event tear-down.

5K Water Station 
Set up and distribute water to participants at the 1.5-mile mark.

Course Volunteer 

Provide support, encouragement and directional assistance by lining the race course and cheering on participants.

Finisher Awards 

Help distribute finisher awards to participants as they cross the finish line.

Race Sweepers 

Positioned at the back of the race field, Race Sweepers walk the 5K course and communicate with Police Officers and Course Marshals to confirm the course is clear and safe.


All volunteers will receive an email prior to the event with important details, including role assignments, arrival times, parking information, and everything needed to be prepared for a successful race day.

Questions? Please reach out to Natalie Sarby at nsarby@marklund.org or (630) 593-5461.