El Trote De Las Calacas/The Skeleton Trot
Group/Team Registration
- Multi-person registration is available for 4 people or more. A discount will be applied. Shirts are an additional purchase.
What is El Trote De Las Calacas/The Skeleton Trot?
- El Trote De Las Calacas/The Skeleton Trot is a USATF-certified 5K race (and walk) held November 2. It will step off at 8 am on a course that begins at the Gail Borden Public Library at 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin, and winds through Elgin’s historic northeast neighborhood and scenic bike path along the Fox River.
- The Skeleton Trot will showcase community diversity while raising funds to support thousands of residents served by both School District U-46 and the Gail Borden Public Library District, the partners for the event. Both are registered 501(c)(3) organizations.
Can anyone participate?
- Yes! The race is open to participants of all ages, ability levels and backgrounds.
Volunteers
- Volunteers are needed and welcome to assist with registration, packet pickup, refreshments, course marshals, and more. If you are interested, please visit gailborden.info/volunteer to sign up.
How do I register and can I register in person?
- We require all participants to register online here.
What do I get by registering?
- Participants will receive a goodie bag with a specially designed shirt and a unique bib number. On race day, you will receive additional items such as a medal, champurrado (hot chocolate) and churros (sweet treats) at the finish line and other free cool stuff. (Items subject to change.)
- T-shirts are guaranteed to the first 600 registrants. (*Sizes may vary.)
- Medals are guaranteed to the first 600 finishers.
When can I pick up my bib and t-shirt?
- Packet pick-up will take place Thursday, October 24 (4-8 pm), Saturday, October 26 (9-5 pm) and Wednesday, October 30 (4-8 pm) at the Gail Borden Public Library Main Library.
Is the race timed?
- Participants will get a timed bib. The results will be automatically recorded when crossing the finish line.
Is there a deadline to register for El Trote? Can I register for the event on race day?
- The last day for registration is October 18. We will not allow registrations after this date and there will not be same-day registration.
Does every participant need to provide an email address?
- Every person 18 years of age and up is required to provide his/her individual email address. Each participant must sign a waiver form. Minors under 18 years need an adult to register for them and sign a waiver form on their behalf.
Does every participant need to register?
- Yes, all participants will need to have an official registration to be on the course.
Is everyone required to sign a waiver form?
- Yes. All participants are required to sign and submit the Agreement and Liability Waiver including walkers, joggers, runners, skippers, bikers, and wheelchair participants.
Are strollers allowed during El Trote?
- Yes, participants are allowed to walk/run with children in strollers.
Are pets allowed on the race course?
- Unfortunately, no pets will be allowed. Service dogs are permitted.
Can I get a refund or reimbursement?
- Sales are final and there are no refunds. This is a rain or shine event.
Below are the Packet Pick-Up Dates and Times.
Gail Borden Public Library: 270 N. Grove Ave. Elgin, IL 60120
- Thursday, October 24 from 4-8 pm in the Grove Room, Second Floor
- Saturday, October 26 from 9-5 pm in the Meadows Community Rooms, First Floor
- Wednesday, October 30 from 4-8 pm in the Conference Room, Second Floor
Who gets an award?
- The first 600 finishers will receive a participation medal.
- The first place male and female finishers will receive an award.
- The first place in the following age categories will receive an award.
- Female:
- Age 12 and under
- Age 13-19
- Age 20-30
- Age 31-45
- Age 46-59
- Age 60+
- Male
- Age 12 and under
- Age 13-19
- Age 20-30
- Age 31-45
- Age 46-59
- Age 60+