Name: Wheaton Hot Cider Hustle
Start: 20211031
End: 20211031
Location: Wheaton

WHEATON, IL | OCT. 30 & 31, 2021

2021 WEBSITE AND GEAR UPDATES COMING SOON! REGISTRATION OPENS IN JUNE.

EVENT DAY QUICK LINKS

UPDATES & SAFETY PROTOCOLS

We are excited to announce the Wheaton Hot Cider Hustle 8 Mile & 5K will be happening LIVE on October 30th & 31st. We have recreated this run to make it what we believe is the safest individual run you can participate in (click here for a complete list of safety protocols). We also have a virtual option, as well!
Here’s how it works:
1. Register now to secure your spot and we will not charge your card until 2 weeks before the event. If the run is unable to occur at this time you will not be charged. Limited spots available.
2. On event day, we will release each individual runner in a time-trial start. Participants will sign up for an exact start time closer to the event (exact date to be announced).
3. There will be limited touchpoints at this event. All event water will be in sealed water bottles at water stops and all finish line food will be packaged grab-and-go snacks.
4. This is a no mass gathering run. All registration will be done online and packet pick up will pre-event and by mail.
5. All staff will be wearing a mask/facial covering at all times.
6. There will be increased handwashing and hand sanitizer stations throughout the event site and the racecourse.
7. Subject to change, pending local gathering guidelines.

WHAT IS THE NEW 2020 WHEATON HOT CIDER HUSTLE?
The Wheaton Hot Cider Hustle is a beloved fall tradition. This year the tradition continues as a virtual event. Instead of having a mass gathering event, runners can race the course on their own or run virtually anywhere on a date of their choosing between September 18th – November 8th.
Here’s how it works:
1. Register for the Wheaton Hot Cider Hustle Half Marathon, 10K & 5K and on your own, run your favorite course or choose to the official USATF-Certified course.
2. Get your commemorative event gear mailed straight to your door and select a day from September 18th – November 8th to conquer your half marathon, 10K or 5K on your own. Be sure to print your race bib before heading out on your run!
3. If you choose to run the USATF Certified route at Danada Woods Forest Preserve, you can follow the route using Strava and MapMyRun or get turn-by-turn voice directions using RunGo. You can also download and print out the map from the “Course Map” accordion below. If you choose to run the distance virtually on your own on a course of your choosing, use your favorite tracking app or watch to keep track of your finish time.
4. After completing the official race route or running the course on your own, upload your results to the official leader board and share your experience on our event page to get kudos from our online community of fellow runners (we’re all here to support each other)! Be sure to use #HotCiderHustle.

WHAT YOU GET

Each participant receives a long sleeved t-shirt, online results, digital bib and digital finisher certificate. Mug and medal are available as add-ons during registration.

BUILD YOUR MEDAL COLLECTION

Get out and challenge yourself! Sign up for the Chicago Hot Cider Hustle today and you will earn 25% off your next fall race in your confirmation email.

HOW TO RUN THE USATF CERTIFIED COURSE AND SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS

1. Download RunGo, Strava (Premium) or MapMyRun.
(Official maps below!) *If you would like audio, turn-by-turn directions we recommend RunGo.
2. Once you arrive at the course, reference map below for exact start/finish location.
3. Run! Be sure to click “finish” when you are done to make sure you record an accurate time.
4. Click here to learn how to submit your results to the leader board.
Strava: 8 Mi Course
Strava: 5K Course
RunGo: 8 Mi Course
RunGo: 5K Course
MapMyRun: 8 Mi Course
MapMyRun: 5K Course

HOW TO RUN VIRTUALLY AND SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS

2020 FINISHER MEDAL

A FINISHER MEDAL FOR EVERY PARTICIPANT

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BEAUTIFUL CRUSHED
LIMESTONE COURSE

COURSE MAP

ELEVATION MAP

VIEW PACE TIMES

EVENT CHARITY

RUN FOR A CAUSE

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CHIP TIMED

HALF MARATHON

2019’s COMMEMORATIVE
EVENT GEAR

2021 GEAR COMING SOON!

A FINISHER MUG

2021 GEAR COMING SOON!

WAITING FOR YOU AT THE FINISH LINE

APPLE CIDER

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CARAMEL APPLES

CHIP TIMED

5K RUN/WALK

EVENT CHARITY

RUN FOR A CAUSE

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COURSE MAP

RUN VIRTUALLY

We are excited to also offer the option to conquer the Wheaton Hot Cider Hustle 8 Mile & 5K virtually on your own on a course of your choosing and get the gear mailed straight to your door.
Here’s how it works:
1. Select the virtual category when you sign up. Your card will be charged at the time of registration.
2. Conquer your distance on your own, on a course of your choosing any day through November 31st. Remember to print your commemorative bib before taking off on your run!
3. Use your favorite tracking app or watch to keep track of your mileage and finish time.
4. Submit your results to be added to the leader board. Learn how to submit your results here (link coming soon). Be sure to print off your finisher certificate after you submit your results!
5. Get your commemorative gear mailed straight to your door!

SAFETY PROTOCOLS

On race day, we will release 1 participant individually every 10 seconds. There will be clear markings on the ground to comply with proper social distancing procedures. The start and finish line will be separated.
There will be limited touchpoints. All water will be in sealed water bottles at water stops and all finish line food will be packaged grab-and-go snacks. Participants will sign an online waiver prior to participating.
This is a no mass gathering run. All registration will be done online and packet pick up will pre-race day and by mail. Please arrive no earlier than 5 minutes prior to your assigned start time and please depart once you complete the race.
All staff will be wearing a mask/facial covering at all times.
Please wear a mask or facial covering when you are in the start/finish line area. You may remove your mask when you begin the race. Please note there will not be a gear check to hold masks. It can be placed on a belt, in an arm or waistband, etc. Please remember to put the mask/facial covering back on when you have finished the race.
There will be increased handwashing and hand sanitizer stations throughout the site and the racecourse.
No spectators are allowed near the start and finish line. Spectators may watch the race along the racecourse at least 6 ft. back from participants.

Schedule

Race Day
There will be no race day packet pick up. Please arrive no earlier than 5 minutes before your assigned start time. This race has a limited number of spots and will sell out. If you miss your start time, your spot will be forfeited. The race will try to allow you to start at the end of the wave, however, this is subject to available spots.
Staggered start with one participant starting individually every 10 seconds. Participants will be assigned their exact start time in an email the week of the race based on their estimated pace.
Course time limit:
8 Mile – 2 hours and 30 minutes
5K – 1 hour 20 minutes

Packet pick up

Event morning packet pick up not available.
Option 1: Get your packet mailed right to your door for $12.99 (limited time availability).
Option 2: Packet pick up information will be posted about 2 weeks prior to the event.
Picking up someone else’s packet, don’t forget you must bring their signed waiver.
There will be no race day packet pick up.
*Note for 2021 that there will be no race day packet pick up. If you do not pick up your participant gear there will be a fee to have it mailed to you: Post-race event gear registration

Charity

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Directions & Parking

COURSE MAPS & LIVE PARTICIPANT TRACKING

Awards

A winner medal will be awarded to the top 3 participants, male and female, in each age group and overall for both the 5K & 10K.
Age Categories: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
Finishers mug earned for all finishers.
Overall and age category awards will be mailed out post-event. Post race medal request registration.

AWARDS

Results & photos will be posted here after the event.
2020 Results
2019 Results
2019 Photos – Saturday
2019 Photos – Sunday
2018 Results
2018 Photos – Saturday
2018 Photos – Sunday
2017 Results – Saturday
2017 Results – Sunday
2017 Photos
2016 Results
2016 Photos
2015 8 Mile Results
2015 3 Mile Results
2015 Photos
2014 Results
2014 Photos
2013 Results
2013 Photos
2012 Results
2012 Photos
2011 Results
2011 Photos
2010 Results

Volunteer info

CONTACT US & FAQs

You will enter your credit card information at the time of registration, but your card will not be charged until 2 weeks prior to the event.
Need help with your registration? Race Transfer? Change your t-shirt size? Bib exchange? etc. Click here.
Runners and walkers can participate in this race. See the schedule above for the time limit. One participant will start every 10 seconds.
This run will be chip timed. Participants wear a timing chip integrated with their bib number that starts their individual time when they cross the start line and stops it when they cross the finish line.
Participant gear must be picked up at pre-packet pickup or mailed to you. If you do not pick up your participant gear there will be a fee to have it mailed to you. Post-race shirt request link.
If you ordered your race packet to be mailed to you or signed up for the virtual run, your gear will typically arrive 1 – 4 days before the race day. It will be sent to the address you entered in during registration. If your package does not arrive before the race day, please come to packet pick up or the race site where you will be re-assigned your bib and gear.
Headphones/iPod/mp3 devices are allowed, though are strongly not recommended. It is the participant’s responsibility to make sure that they do not impair their ability to hear and detect present or potential hazards and dangers.
If at any time you are in need of assistance throughout the run please notify a volunteer or course monitor.
All participants are required to sign an online waiver. There will be no paper waivers to minimize touchpoints.
No Dogs. Strollers are allowed for walkers & joggers only and the parent/guardian must sign a waiver on behalf of their child(ren) in the stroller.
All water stations include water. All drinks will be in sealed bottles and participants will be able to take them off of the table themselves to minimize touchpoints.
The run will start rain, snow or shine. The run could be delayed due to lightning or other dangerous conditions. The above schedule is weather dependent.
You can transfer to a different distance within the same race up to 7 days before the run. If you are transferring to a more expensive race you’ll have to pay the difference of the registration fees.
You can transfer your registration/bib # to another participant for $6 up to 3 days before the run.
You can defer your registration to next year’s race or any other All Community Events race for $6 up to 17 days before the run. After that, you can still defer for $15 until the day prior to packet pick up. All deferment requests must be sent via e-mail and please include your name, the race your currently in and which race you would like to defer into.
You can manage your shirt size and any other add-ons up to 10 days before the race day.
Email: info@allcommunityevents.com
Phone: 224-757-5425
Office hours: M – F from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CST
*We may not be in the office on Mondays or Fridays due to being on-site for events.