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Bethel Lutheran School Pancake Run

Packet pick up is Friday, March 17 from 3-5 and Saturday, March 18 from 8-9 at Bethel Lutheran Church. Registration fee includes 1 ticket to the pancake breakfast, 1 shirt, 1 travel mug, and 1 hot cocoa from Eli's coffee shop. Shirt sizes are guaranteed for registrations completed through February 24th. Participants ages 16 and younger will automatically receive a $10 discount. The race course trails through neighborhoods close to the church. A water table will be set up along the 5K course, roughly half way through. Chip timing provided by It's Race Time, Inc. This event benefits Bethel Lutheran School's PTL and is associated with the school's annual pancake breakfast, open house, and book fair.

37th Lori’s Walleye Run 5K

$30.00 by March 17th, $35.00 through race day. Race Day registration & packet pick up start at 7:30AM through 8:30AM at Hall High School. Awards will be given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female finishers in each of the following age group divisions: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 and 80 and over. In addition, awards will be given to the first overall male and female finishers, and the first male and female residence of Spring Valley.
The course starts and ends in the parking lot of Hall High School. It is an out and back with gentle rolling hills. There will be no water on the course, but will be available at the finish line. A long sleeve uni-sex T-shirt is guaranteed only to pre-registered participants who register on or before 3/13/2023.

Morris Superhero Run

The 8th Annual Morris Superhero Run is a USATF certified 5K course that starts and ends at the Grundy County Courthouse in charming Morris, IL. Enjoy a beautiful course that includes about 1 mile on the I & M Canal. Water stop available about halfway through and at the end of the race. Snacks and swag are provided by sponsors.
The beneficiary is Canine Companions! The leader in service dog training for adults, children, veterans, hospitals, and criminal justice programs at no cost to the individual. Please help us raise money for this wonderful organization.
Saturday, April 15th, 2023 for a 9 am start. Participation medals and t-shirts with entry. Additional awards for top overall male and female finishers, as well as age categories, to our oldest and youngest 5K runners.
We also have a Kids 1K that starts at 10 am to encourage healthy behaviors in youth! Includes a t-shirt, participation medals, and age group awards for males and females.
Packet Pickup is April 14th, 4-6 pm at FOE, or the day of the race until 8:45 am
No Dogs are allowed on the course unless they are service animals. This is for the safety of our runners.

Earlville PTA Run/Walk

Pre race day packet pick up will be held as follows:

4/20 and 4/21

5pm-7pm

Earlville School 415 W. Union St. (East Gym-Eastern most building and parking lot)

Race day registration and packet pick up opens at 8:00 AM

Race start: 9:00 AM

Award Categories:

Top Three Male

Top Three Female

Top Three Male Teachers

Top Three Female Teachers

Age Group Awards (Both Male and Female):

1st, 2nd & 3rd place in the following ages:

8 & Under

9 - 14

15 - 18

19 & Over

Register Early! Registration fee increases $5.00 on 4/1/23.

Race shirt guaranteed if registered by 4/1/23!

Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend

Join us in the Big 10 community of Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, for the 14th annual Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend on April 27–29, 2023. Take your pick of events: half marathon, 4-person relay, 10K, 5K, mile, and youth run, along with six I-Challenge events that combine completing multiple events on different days of race weekend. Earn a coveted third medal for your I-Challenge participation. Help us celebrate our 14th annual race weekend and our theme—We Run This Town!
We offer a beautiful, scenic tour of revitalized downtown streets, tree-lined residential neighborhoods, and awesome, paved park trails. Thousands of friendly and fun fans and volunteers exemplify Midwest hospitality. First-class race shirts, medals, food, and fanfare. Health & Fitness Expo April 27 & 28 at Activities and Recreation Center.
Finish at the 50-yard line of historic Memorial Stadium, enjoy bountiful postrace food, and then join the rockin’ 14th-Mile Celebrate Victory Bash street fest with live music, beer, and other festivities. Learn more at www.illinoismarathon.com

Lake Run Club 12K, 7K

LRC sponsored circuit race/SRRC circuit sponsored race.
Awards in line with SRRC circuit
No paper registration/online only
Last day to guarantee T-Shirt is April 12th/Day of registration 7:30-8:30AM
SRRC $2 discount
12K starts at 8:30AM/7K starts at 9:00AM
Food TBA/Free beer garden 21+
10:00 Award ceremony
Race timed by Its Race Time

Braidwood Memorial Day 5K

The inaugural Braidwood Memorial Day 5K, presented by Constellation, will take place on Saturday May 27, 2023, with all proceeds from the event benefiting Honor Flight Chicago
The race will begin and end in the Braidwood Park District’s Old Smokey City Park with the course winding thru the residential streets surrounding the park.
Registration will begin at 6am.
Run will begin at 9am.
Registration can be found online at https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Braidwood/MemorialRun
Registration fee is $30.00 (+$3.86 signup fee).
Participants will receive an event t-shirt (other items may possibly be added).
Registration is capped at 2,500 participants.
Walkers are also welcome to participate.
The race will be taking place on a certified course.
This will be a chip timed race and awards will be presented in each of the following age groups:
15 and under, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34,35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
There will be additional activities taking place in the park before and after the race. Additional details will be shared over the next few months.

Nina LeCuyer Memorial 5K

Please join us as a runner/walker in our 4th running of the Nina LeCuyer Memorial 5K! The run will
start/end at the American Legion in Sheridan and the route runs the streets through the village.
The $35 registration fee gets you:
Entry into the 5K race, Legion’s Memorial Day Breakfast following the run. Breakfast will open at
0830. Invitation to the Legion’s Memorial Day Ceremony to honor those that have served our
country (will begin after breakfast).
Plaques will be given to the top male and female finishers as well as the top
Veteran, and medals to the top three male and female finishers in 14 age divisions starting 9 and
under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24. 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.
Race Day registration will be available starting at 0630 with appropriate distancing and controls.

Streator Family YMCA Memorial Day 5 K

Description: This is a Starved Rock Runners Circuit Race!!
Come join us for our ANNUAL Streator Family YMCA Memorial Day 5K!

DATE: Monday, May 29, 2023
Start time: 8:00am
Race Day Registration: 6:30am
Streator YMCA
710 Oakley Ave, Streator, IL 61364

Race day registration & packet pick-up from 6:30am - 8:00am at the Streator YMCA

Please check the events page the Streator YMCA and our Social Media accounts for updates.
The race will benefit the Streator Family YMCA

Place
710 Oakley Ave
Streator, IL US 61364
Awards & Course Information
Awards will be given to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in each age bracket, the Overall Male & Female Finishers, & the top male and female finisher from Streator. Age Divisions: (one each for male & female) 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over. Awards will be given at the conclusion of the race.

Course starts and finishes in front of the Streator Family YMCA. Certified distance, chip timed, traffic control, computerized race results with results posted on Starved Rock Runners website. There are no water stops on the course. Water bottles are available before and after the raceDescription
Come join us for our ANNUAL Streator Family YMCA Memorial Day 5K!

DATE: Monday, May 29, 2023
Start time: 8:00am
Race Day Registration: 6:30am
Streator YMCA
710 Oakley Ave, Streator, IL 61364

Race day registration & packet pick-up from 6:30am - 8:00am at the Streator YMCA

Please check the events page the Streator YMCA and our Social Media accounts for updates.
The race will benefit the Streator Family YMCA

Place
710 Oakley Ave
Streator, IL US 61364
Awards & Course Information
Awards will be given to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in each age bracket, the Overall Male & Female Finishers, & the top male and female finisher from Streator. Age Divisions: (one each for male & female) 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over. Awards will be given at the conclusion of the race.

Course starts and finishes in front of the Streator Family YMCA. Certified distance, chip timed, traffic control, computerized race results with results posted on Starved Rock Runners website. There are no water stops on the course. Water bottles are available before and after the race

Event Series Women’s Running Clinic

Women’s Running Clinic

The 14th Annual Women's Clinic is a clinic for women. The Clinic is held every Monday night at 6:00PM from June 5th through August 14th (no clinic on July 3rd).
The goals of the clinic are to improve motivation; promote health, fitness and self confidence through unique training for women by women.
Registration includes a free moisture wicking clinic T-Shirt and a chance to win a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K on August 19th.
The Clinic coincides with the Starved Rock Runners Kids Running Clinic (held at Baker Lake a few blocks away).
Registration is $15.00before June first and $20.00 after June 1st for members.
Non-members are $20.00 before June 1st, $25.00 after June 1st.

Race with your Heart

Join us for a leisurely 1.5 mile walk on a flat surface around Eureka Lake or enter into one of our two challenging and competitive races. Both race courses are beautiful; going through the woodlands along Eureka Lake. The 10K also has a short loop in a nearby quiet neighborhood. Both 5K and 10K distance available. Course is mostly flat with a couple of significant hills one of which ascends Eureka Lake dam and near the finish line. There is an additional hill for the 10K runners ascending to the neighborhood.

Pre-register by May 10 for $25 and be guaranteed an official race t-shirt, or sign up until race time for $30. $50 gift certificate to male and female overall race winners plus medallions awarded to top three male and female finishers in every age grouping. We will have raffles, free pancake and sausage breakfast with fruit (breakfast is for EVERYONE in attendance) along with a family-friendly post-race celebration! So plan to participate or bring your cheering section as everyone goes home a winner because it supports the Heartline and Heart House mission.

Details:

Early packet pickup available Friday evening, June 9 from 6:00 -7:00 pm at the Heart House (300 Reagan Drive, Eureka)

Same Day Registration and Packet pickup beginning at 6:15 am Saturday, June 10 at the Lake Pavilion

5K & 10K begin promptly at 7:30 am

1.5 Mile walk begins at 7:45 am

After Party begins at approximately 8:30 with a FREE Pancake and Sausage breakfast. Everyone in attendance is welcome to the after party and breakfast.

Event Series Kid’s Running Clinic

Kid’s Running Clinic

The Clinic is every Monday from June 12th thru August 14th. The age range of the Clinic is 6 to 15. Kid's with advance skills will be placed according to their ability. Clinic participants will receive an event T-Shirt. The clinic will teach stretching and warm-up techniques, as well as running instruction. Participants that complete a minimum of 5 clinic sessions will receive a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K that is the week after the clinic ends (August 19th). The Clinic is designed to build self confidence, improve running stamina, and is a great start to a lifetime of fitness

Event Series Women’s Running Clinic

Women’s Running Clinic

The 14th Annual Women's Clinic is a clinic for women. The Clinic is held every Monday night at 6:00PM from June 5th through August 14th (no clinic on July 3rd).
The goals of the clinic are to improve motivation; promote health, fitness and self confidence through unique training for women by women.
Registration includes a free moisture wicking clinic T-Shirt and a chance to win a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K on August 19th.
The Clinic coincides with the Starved Rock Runners Kids Running Clinic (held at Baker Lake a few blocks away).
Registration is $15.00before June first and $20.00 after June 1st for members.
Non-members are $20.00 before June 1st, $25.00 after June 1st.

Run the Plank 5K

Run the Plank (To Support the Pirate Cross Country Team)

Runners and walkers are welcome to tackle the course. The course starts at Ottawa High School, runs through the scenic river walk, I&M Canal and winds the east side to finish back at Ottawa High School. Distance will be measured but not certified due to pending construction on Green Street (3.1 miles). Chip timed by Racing Expectations with LIVE results. Age groups for medals will be determined on number of entrants registered. All pre-registered participants receive a Pirate Plank Key Chain Medal and t-shirt. Water stations and post race nutrition, including "Run the Plank" cookies will be provided.

Race day registration / packet pick-up @ 8:00am at the north lot across from the high school.
Race start time @ 9:00am

Additional donations can be made to the Ottawa Cross Country team on the registration website.

Cost = $25

We will Run The Plank rain or shine. In the event of cancelation due to extreme weather there will not be a make up date.

Event Series Kid’s Running Clinic

Kid’s Running Clinic

The Clinic is every Monday from June 12th thru August 14th. The age range of the Clinic is 6 to 15. Kid's with advance skills will be placed according to their ability. Clinic participants will receive an event T-Shirt. The clinic will teach stretching and warm-up techniques, as well as running instruction. Participants that complete a minimum of 5 clinic sessions will receive a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K that is the week after the clinic ends (August 19th). The Clinic is designed to build self confidence, improve running stamina, and is a great start to a lifetime of fitness

Event Series Women’s Running Clinic

Women’s Running Clinic

The 14th Annual Women's Clinic is a clinic for women. The Clinic is held every Monday night at 6:00PM from June 5th through August 14th (no clinic on July 3rd).
The goals of the clinic are to improve motivation; promote health, fitness and self confidence through unique training for women by women.
Registration includes a free moisture wicking clinic T-Shirt and a chance to win a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K on August 19th.
The Clinic coincides with the Starved Rock Runners Kids Running Clinic (held at Baker Lake a few blocks away).
Registration is $15.00before June first and $20.00 after June 1st for members.
Non-members are $20.00 before June 1st, $25.00 after June 1st.

Celebrate La Salle 5K Run/Walk

A fun race through the City of La Salle whilst during the City's biggest party of the year, Celebrate La Salle. Stop over to the celebration before or after the race for music, food, fireworks, carnival and fun!

Male & Female Age Divisions:
13 & Under
14-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-70
70 & Over

Free beverage ticket for Celebrate La Salle to each participant.
Register before June 14 to be guaranteed a T-shirt.
Awards to the top three finishers in each age division and overalls
Check In: 6 p.m. City Hall, 745 2nd Street

Register online at runsignup.com.
Or fill out an application form and drop off or mail it to:

La Salle City Hall
ATTN: Celebrate La Salle 5K Director
745 2nd Street
La Salle, IL 61301

Event Series Kid’s Running Clinic

Kid’s Running Clinic

The Clinic is every Monday from June 12th thru August 14th. The age range of the Clinic is 6 to 15. Kid's with advance skills will be placed according to their ability. Clinic participants will receive an event T-Shirt. The clinic will teach stretching and warm-up techniques, as well as running instruction. Participants that complete a minimum of 5 clinic sessions will receive a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K that is the week after the clinic ends (August 19th). The Clinic is designed to build self confidence, improve running stamina, and is a great start to a lifetime of fitness

Event Series Women’s Running Clinic

Women’s Running Clinic

The 14th Annual Women's Clinic is a clinic for women. The Clinic is held every Monday night at 6:00PM from June 5th through August 14th (no clinic on July 3rd).
The goals of the clinic are to improve motivation; promote health, fitness and self confidence through unique training for women by women.
Registration includes a free moisture wicking clinic T-Shirt and a chance to win a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K on August 19th.
The Clinic coincides with the Starved Rock Runners Kids Running Clinic (held at Baker Lake a few blocks away).
Registration is $15.00before June first and $20.00 after June 1st for members.
Non-members are $20.00 before June 1st, $25.00 after June 1st.

Walnut 5K Run/Walk for ALS

Walnut 5K Run/Walk for ALS Saturday, July 1, 2023 8:00 a.m. 323 S, Main St., Walnut, Illinois

Starting line is in front of Bureau Valley Elementary Walnut Campus. Check in at park tent south of the school.

All proceeds will be donated to ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) research.

RACE FEATURES: 3.1 MILES, Accurately measured, Chip timing, Mile marker clocks, Aid Station, Traffic control, Refreshments, T-Shirts. Computerized results!

WALKERS ARE WELCOME & ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE!!

Check-In & Race Day Registration: 6:45-7:45 am, south of school at tent by park shelter. Please arrive early.

Entry Fee: $20.00 and guarantee t-shirt if received by Friday, June 23.

Make checks payable to Running Through ALS LTD. MAIL PAYMENT TO: Running Through ALS LTD PO Box 141 Walnut, IL 61376 EMAIL: walnut5kals@gmail.com Phone # 815-303-9348
Awards: Male & Female 1,2,3rd place trophies.

Trophies to first male & female Walnut finishers.

Medals to 1, 2, 3rd in age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 & over.

We will continue our Stroller / Wheel Chair Division!!!

Timing and results will be provided by Racing Expectations. Results will be posted after the race and online at: www.racingexpectations.com and www.starvedrockrunners.org. Awards will follow. No pets or bicycles allowed. In case of race cancellation (due to events beyond our control) we thank you for your donation.

Run For Glory 5K

Friendly and fast 5k, starting and finishing at City Park in Streator, and running through quiet neighborhoods. The course is a flat and fast out and back route, with two small hills. The 5k Run for Glory kicks off Streator's awesome 4th of July festivities and all proceeds go to the Streator 4th of July Celebration. Nice awards for first place overall male and female finishers, and for first Streator male and female finishers. Medals for top three finishers in each age group. Male and female age groups are as follows: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over. Water on course at 1 and 2 miles. T-shirts for all entrants. Walkers are welcome. Delicious fruit and beverages following the race. Results will be posted at starvedrockrunners.org. Chip timing and results by Racing Expectations. Fun family event!

Genesis Firecracker Run

5K/10K Races -
7:30 A.M. - Tuesday, July 4th, 2023
• Start and finish lines are downtown East Moline (8th Street & 15th Avenue).
• Musical entertainment provided along the course.
• Electronic Tag-Timing by The End Result Company for precise and accurate results: www.TheEndResultCo.com
• 10K Course to have a split-time location at halfway
• Technical short sleeve tees to all participants-male and female sizes.
Size guaranteed if registered by June 15.
• On site printout of individual race results.
• Trophies to top (3) three places in each (5) five year age division.
• Clydesdale (males, 210 lbs+) and Athena (females, 165 lbs+) divisions in both 5K and 10K. Not eligible for age group awards.
• The 5K is flat and fast, while the 10K is hilly and challenging.
• "Fastest East Moliner" awards for first male and female.
• Guns ‘N’ Hoses Challenge - see below
• Costume Contest - Awards for best patriotic costumes.

Kiddie Run
8:45 A.M. – Tuesday, July 4th, 2023
• Kids ages 8 and under are encourage to participate.
• All participants will receive a commemorative finishers medal.
• This is a fun run, not timed, clock will be displayed.
• Out-N-Back Course.

IMEG Mile
9:15 A.M. – Tuesday, July 4th, 2023
• Presented by IMEG.
• 1st, 2nd and 3rd place trophies to males and females in each age division: 8, 9, 10, 11, & 12.
• All participants will receive a commemorative finishers medal.
• Out-N-Back Course.
• This event is chip-timed, clock will be displayed also.

Awards Ceremony
9:30 A.M. – Tuesday, July 4th, 2023
• Awards given in the following order 5K, 1 Mile, 10K. add Red Dress Division

Hospital Bed Race
10:00 A.M. – Tuesday, July 4th, 2023

Guns ‘N’ Hoses Challenge
• When registering you'll be asked to specify City/Dept/Team Name.
• G-n-H participants can enter either the 5K or 10K. A team's time will consist of averaging the 4 fastest times. Team members can enter either the 5K or 10K (if 10K we use half of your finish time).
• Teams comprised of current or retired members of QC area police and fire departments.
• Teams must have a 4 person minimum, police, fire, or combination.
• Times for each team will be combined by using the 4 fastest team finishers’ average times.
• Winning team will receive the traveling trophy to display at their dept/city hall.
• Each team member must submit an individual entry and specify which team (department) they represent.

Take The Quad Cities Challenge
• Register and finish any race in all three events of the Firecracker Run, Freedom Run, and Quad Cities Marathon to receive a commemorative "Quad Cities Challenge" gold coaster that is also a magnet!
• *No additional Fee for Challenge.
• *Finishers of the "Quad Cities Challenge" will receive their Challenge Coaster at the Quad Cities Marathon Expo.

Dog Days 5K

The Lake Run Club presents: Dog Days 5K. This race will take place on Saturday, July 8th, 2023, at 6 pm. This is race and awards are certified by the Starved Rock Circuit.
Yes! We have awards! The top male and female finishers, in addition to the top three finishers in each age group will get prizes.
Timing will be done by ItsRaceTime. For registration, head to itsracetime.com. The first 100 people who pre-register will get their own Doggone technical shirts! There is a limited number of race day t-shirts, so be sure to sign-up early!
As for packet pickup, come by Often Running shoe store on Friday, July 7 from 5-6pm. Race check-in will take place from 4:30 to 5:45pm near the Green Gables Bar and Grill.

Event Series Kid’s Running Clinic

Kid’s Running Clinic

The Clinic is every Monday from June 12th thru August 14th. The age range of the Clinic is 6 to 15. Kid's with advance skills will be placed according to their ability. Clinic participants will receive an event T-Shirt. The clinic will teach stretching and warm-up techniques, as well as running instruction. Participants that complete a minimum of 5 clinic sessions will receive a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K that is the week after the clinic ends (August 19th). The Clinic is designed to build self confidence, improve running stamina, and is a great start to a lifetime of fitness

Event Series Women’s Running Clinic

Women’s Running Clinic

The 14th Annual Women's Clinic is a clinic for women. The Clinic is held every Monday night at 6:00PM from June 5th through August 14th (no clinic on July 3rd).
The goals of the clinic are to improve motivation; promote health, fitness and self confidence through unique training for women by women.
Registration includes a free moisture wicking clinic T-Shirt and a chance to win a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K on August 19th.
The Clinic coincides with the Starved Rock Runners Kids Running Clinic (held at Baker Lake a few blocks away).
Registration is $15.00before June first and $20.00 after June 1st for members.
Non-members are $20.00 before June 1st, $25.00 after June 1st.

Event Series Kid’s Running Clinic

Kid’s Running Clinic

The Clinic is every Monday from June 12th thru August 14th. The age range of the Clinic is 6 to 15. Kid's with advance skills will be placed according to their ability. Clinic participants will receive an event T-Shirt. The clinic will teach stretching and warm-up techniques, as well as running instruction. Participants that complete a minimum of 5 clinic sessions will receive a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K that is the week after the clinic ends (August 19th). The Clinic is designed to build self confidence, improve running stamina, and is a great start to a lifetime of fitness

Event Series Women’s Running Clinic

Women’s Running Clinic

The 14th Annual Women's Clinic is a clinic for women. The Clinic is held every Monday night at 6:00PM from June 5th through August 14th (no clinic on July 3rd).
The goals of the clinic are to improve motivation; promote health, fitness and self confidence through unique training for women by women.
Registration includes a free moisture wicking clinic T-Shirt and a chance to win a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K on August 19th.
The Clinic coincides with the Starved Rock Runners Kids Running Clinic (held at Baker Lake a few blocks away).
Registration is $15.00before June first and $20.00 after June 1st for members.
Non-members are $20.00 before June 1st, $25.00 after June 1st.

Event Series Kid’s Running Clinic

Kid’s Running Clinic

The Clinic is every Monday from June 12th thru August 14th. The age range of the Clinic is 6 to 15. Kid's with advance skills will be placed according to their ability. Clinic participants will receive an event T-Shirt. The clinic will teach stretching and warm-up techniques, as well as running instruction. Participants that complete a minimum of 5 clinic sessions will receive a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K that is the week after the clinic ends (August 19th). The Clinic is designed to build self confidence, improve running stamina, and is a great start to a lifetime of fitness

Event Series Women’s Running Clinic

Women’s Running Clinic

The 14th Annual Women's Clinic is a clinic for women. The Clinic is held every Monday night at 6:00PM from June 5th through August 14th (no clinic on July 3rd).
The goals of the clinic are to improve motivation; promote health, fitness and self confidence through unique training for women by women.
Registration includes a free moisture wicking clinic T-Shirt and a chance to win a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K on August 19th.
The Clinic coincides with the Starved Rock Runners Kids Running Clinic (held at Baker Lake a few blocks away).
Registration is $15.00before June first and $20.00 after June 1st for members.
Non-members are $20.00 before June 1st, $25.00 after June 1st.

Event Series Kid’s Running Clinic

Kid’s Running Clinic

The Clinic is every Monday from June 12th thru August 14th. The age range of the Clinic is 6 to 15. Kid's with advance skills will be placed according to their ability. Clinic participants will receive an event T-Shirt. The clinic will teach stretching and warm-up techniques, as well as running instruction. Participants that complete a minimum of 5 clinic sessions will receive a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K that is the week after the clinic ends (August 19th). The Clinic is designed to build self confidence, improve running stamina, and is a great start to a lifetime of fitness

Event Series Women’s Running Clinic

Women’s Running Clinic

The 14th Annual Women's Clinic is a clinic for women. The Clinic is held every Monday night at 6:00PM from June 5th through August 14th (no clinic on July 3rd).
The goals of the clinic are to improve motivation; promote health, fitness and self confidence through unique training for women by women.
Registration includes a free moisture wicking clinic T-Shirt and a chance to win a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K on August 19th.
The Clinic coincides with the Starved Rock Runners Kids Running Clinic (held at Baker Lake a few blocks away).
Registration is $15.00before June first and $20.00 after June 1st for members.
Non-members are $20.00 before June 1st, $25.00 after June 1st.

Taste 5K

Course starts and finishes on the south side of Centennial Park in Peru, IL. Certified distance, chip timed, computerized race results with results posted on Starved Rock Runners web site.
There will be two water stops on the course. Traffic control.
Pre-registered participants will receive a uni-sex T-shirt.
Awards will be given to the overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three finishers in each of the following age groups: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74 and 57 and up.
Race day registration and packet pick up is available from 7:00AM until 7:45AM at Centennial Park.

2023 Evergreen Lake 5K & 1/4 Mile Fun Run

This race will be done this year by ItsRaceTime.
Sponsored by the LRC.
Hey runners! Come out on August 5th for a 5K race benefitting the McLean County Parks and Rec and the LRC. Participants will run a certified 5K along paved roads at Lake Evergreen.
There will be male and female overall winners; age groups awards will be done in five year age groups.
If you register by August 2, you will receive a tech shirt for race. There will be a limited number of shirts on race day.
For packet pickup, come by Often Running in Normal from 5-6 pm on August 4. On race day, packets will be available for pickup from 7-8 am.
Kids run for free in the Fun Run!

Indian Creek 5k

This is an in person 5k. Proceeds go to St.Jude.
Register at: https://raceroster.com/events/2023/71464/indian-creek-5k
Find us on facebook: https://m.facebook.com/Indiancreek5krace
Awards:
Overall Awards: Top 1 Male and Top 1 Female
Overall Runner Up: 1 Male and 1 Female

Toulon Resident Awards: Top 1 Male and Top 1 Female
Toulon Resident Runner up: 1 Male and 1 Female

Masters (40+) Awards: Top 1 Male and Top 1 Female

Age Group Awards: Top 3 Males & Top 3 Females
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60 & Over

2 water stops. Refreshments following the race.
Packet pick up in Toulon 8/4/23 from 6-8 pm
Or prior to race start.

Race starts at 8am Saturday August 5th

Event Series Kid’s Running Clinic

Kid’s Running Clinic

The Clinic is every Monday from June 12th thru August 14th. The age range of the Clinic is 6 to 15. Kid's with advance skills will be placed according to their ability. Clinic participants will receive an event T-Shirt. The clinic will teach stretching and warm-up techniques, as well as running instruction. Participants that complete a minimum of 5 clinic sessions will receive a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K that is the week after the clinic ends (August 19th). The Clinic is designed to build self confidence, improve running stamina, and is a great start to a lifetime of fitness

Event Series Women’s Running Clinic

Women’s Running Clinic

The 14th Annual Women's Clinic is a clinic for women. The Clinic is held every Monday night at 6:00PM from June 5th through August 14th (no clinic on July 3rd).
The goals of the clinic are to improve motivation; promote health, fitness and self confidence through unique training for women by women.
Registration includes a free moisture wicking clinic T-Shirt and a chance to win a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K on August 19th.
The Clinic coincides with the Starved Rock Runners Kids Running Clinic (held at Baker Lake a few blocks away).
Registration is $15.00before June first and $20.00 after June 1st for members.
Non-members are $20.00 before June 1st, $25.00 after June 1st.

Mr. C’s 5k Run

Mr. C's Wenona 5k Run

The theme is High School Glory Days

FRIDAY, AUGUST 11, 2023 AT 7:00 pm 

Wenona City Park pavilion, 213 S. Spruce St. Wenona, IL

Stay up to date on all race details: www.facebook.com/wenonadays5k

Event Series Kid’s Running Clinic

Kid’s Running Clinic

The Clinic is every Monday from June 12th thru August 14th. The age range of the Clinic is 6 to 15. Kid's with advance skills will be placed according to their ability. Clinic participants will receive an event T-Shirt. The clinic will teach stretching and warm-up techniques, as well as running instruction. Participants that complete a minimum of 5 clinic sessions will receive a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K that is the week after the clinic ends (August 19th). The Clinic is designed to build self confidence, improve running stamina, and is a great start to a lifetime of fitness

Event Series Women’s Running Clinic

Women’s Running Clinic

The 14th Annual Women's Clinic is a clinic for women. The Clinic is held every Monday night at 6:00PM from June 5th through August 14th (no clinic on July 3rd).
The goals of the clinic are to improve motivation; promote health, fitness and self confidence through unique training for women by women.
Registration includes a free moisture wicking clinic T-Shirt and a chance to win a FREE entry into the Boo Milby 5K on August 19th.
The Clinic coincides with the Starved Rock Runners Kids Running Clinic (held at Baker Lake a few blocks away).
Registration is $15.00before June first and $20.00 after June 1st for members.
Non-members are $20.00 before June 1st, $25.00 after June 1st.

Watermelon Stampede

5K & 10K Muscatine Community YMCA; Run on city streets;
Equal awards to first place male and female in 5K and 10K run. Open, and Masters Division.
Open Division is age 39 and Under. Masters is 40 and Over.
Medals to first three places in each running category: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over
Watermelon to each age group winner.
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Boo Milby 5K Run/Walk

Course includes rolling hills through the City of LaSalle. Race starts and ends at the LaSalle VFW. Preregistered participants will receive a T-Shirt. There will be limited shirts available for race day registrations. Race will be chip timed and results will be posted on the Starved Rock Runner web site.

Folty 5K Tonica Fest

The Folty 5K kicks off a weekend full of family fun at Tonica Fest 2023. After the race, participants may be interested in staying for the car show, bouncy houses for the kids, a parade, music and loads of food trucks!

T-shirts guaranteed if registered by Aug 14th and available to day-of registrants while supplies last

Packet Pick Up: Available from 7am to 8am at Village Hall, Tonica, IL

Awards: Overall male & female
Top Tonica male & female
Male & female age divisions (top 3 in each division)
** Overall winners are EXCLUDED from age group awards **

Age Groups: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64,
65-69, 70+

Course: Out and back course that begins and ends at Village Hall
Chip-timed by Racing Expectations with traffic control and water stops
USA Track and Field Certified
Restrooms and Refreshments available after the race

30th Annual Underground Railroad 5k

Join us for the 30th Annual Underground Railroad 5k! This race is held over Princeton's Homestead Weekend on Saturday, September 9th. You can pick-up your race packet early on Friday, September 8th, between 3pm-5:30pm, at the Bureau County Metro Center. Day of Registration and Packet pick-up will begin at 7am. The Kiddie Fun Run is at 8am, with the 5k race starting at 8:30am. Timing is done by Racing Expectations, with a Gun Start & Chip Finish. This 5k follows a nice out-and-back course, with a beautiful countryside view. There are 2 water stations located near the mile markers. Race shirts are guaranteed to all pre-registered participants. Available to Day-of registrants, while supplies last! We provide plenty of fruit and bagels, granola bars, and water before and after the race. Showers are available inside the BCMC. Awards will be given in the following categories:

Top Corporate Team
Largest Corporate Team

Overall Male & Female
Top Princeton Male & Female
Male & Female Age Divisions (Top 3 in each division):
9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

Rock and Run Mile for Mental Health & 5k

The Rock and Run Mile for Mental Health and 5k race, live music, art, and food truck event benefits mental health non-profits Hope for the Day, American Federation for Suicide Prevention, and Bigger than the trail. The 5k and 1 mile run are timed events. First 100 registrants receive a Rock and Run hoodie and Hope for the Day Bracelet. Age groups awards for teens, twenties, thirties, forties, fifties, sixties, and 70+. This is a professionally chip timed race.

Dwight Harvest Days 5K & 3K Fun Run/Walk

Saturday, September 23, 2023
Start time: 8:30 am
Race Day Registration: 7:00 am - 8:15 am
$25 received by 9-22-23
$30 race day registration
T-shirts only guaranteed if registered by 9/1/23
Packet pick up from 5-6:30 pm on Friday, September 22 at Dwight Economic Office 132 E. Main OR 7:00 - 8:15 am the morning of the race at Renfrew Park.

Awards:
Male top finisher
Female top finisher
Male Dwight resident top finisher
Female Dwight resident top finisher
Age groups both male and female (3 deep): 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & above
Race Course:

Chip timed (5K only)
The course is flat and fast utilizing residential streets with police traffic control.
It is well marked with signs and painted streets.
Accurate splits at 1 and 2 miles with water.
Restrooms available.
USA Track and Field Certification #IL 12160JW

TBK Bank Quad Cities Marathon

The TBK Bank Quad Cities Marathon, a USATF Certified and Boston Qualifier course, captures the essence of our nation’s heartland with its consistent connection to the Mississippi River and Midwest charm. This fairly flat and fast course features some of the finest and most beautiful river views in the country.
Distances include:
Marathon
Marathon 5 person Relay
Half Marathon
5K
1 mille
Kids fun run

SATURDAY’S ACTIVITIES
7:30am: Yoga and stretching session, located in front of the Vibrant Arena at The Mark

8:00am: Fleet Feet Shake-Out Run, meet-up location is in front of the Vibrant Arena at The Mark with light refreshments to follow

9:00am to 5:00pm: Active Endeavors Health & Fitness Expo & Packet Pick-Up: 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL 61265
- 40+ Booths featuring health and fitness products and information.
- Official race merchandise sales.
- Race Registration for Marathon, Half Marathon, Marathon Relay, 5K, 1 Mile Run & Walk, Pump N' Run.
- Race Registration for Happy Joe's Micromarathon Kids Races. Choose your distance: 1/4, 1/2 or 1 Mile Fun Run
- Packet Pick-Up
- Speakers throughout the day, check schedule below

10:00am: Rudy’s Tacos 1 Mile Walk/Run

9:00am to 5:00pm: Treadmill Hero's Pump N' Run for the 5K, half and full marathons on Sunday

12:00pm: Happy Joe's Kids Micro-Marathon

12:00pm to 3:00pm: Speaker’s Series begins at the expo -

Important note: there is no “day-of” packet pickup for the races on Sunday - you MUST pick up your packet, or have somebody else pick it up for you, during the expo on Saturday.

SUNDAY (RACE DAY) SCHEDULE
7:00am: Marathon, Half Marathon, and Relay Race Start Time near the John Deere Commons and Vibrant Arena at The Mark - don’t worry… just get yourself to that general area and you’ll be in the right place!

7:15am: 5K Start Time

When you finish: The post race party with chiropractic care, massages, music, food, drinks, a PR Bell, and more!

9:00am: Awards for Palmer 5k Run/Walk (Top 3 Overall M/F presented on main stage**)

9:00am: Awards for Treadmill Hero's 5k Run/Walk Pump ‘n Run (Top 3 Overall M/F presented on main stage**)

9:30am-1:30pm: Showers will be available at the YMCA Boat House by the river on 18th Street (next to Stoney Creek Inn). This is 1½ blocks east of the start/finish line. BYOT (Bring Your Own Towel) 9:30am- 1:30pm.

10:00am: Awards for Mel Foster Half Marathon (Top 3 Overall M/F, Top 3 Local M/F, RRCA State Championship Awards M/F presented on main stage**)

10:00am: Awards for Treadmill Hero's Half Marathon Pump ‘n Run (Top 3 Overall M/F presented on main stage**)

11:00am: Awards for TBK Bank Marathon (Top 5 Overall M/F, Top 3 Masters M/F, Top 3 Local M/F, RRCA State Championship Awards M/F presented on main stage**)

11:00am: Awards for Treadmill Hero's Pump ‘n Run (Top 3 Overall, M/F presented on main stage**)

11:20am: Rock Valley Physical Therapy 5 Person Relay - Overall Fastest Team Award presented on main stage**

**ALL Age Division Awards can be picked up at the awards tent near Johnny’s Steakhouse. Cash prize winners are not eligible for age awards.

JIM LATTIN 5K RUN/WALK

5K RUN/WALK THROUGH THE ST. BEDE ACADEMY CROSS COUNTRY COURSE. NET PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE JIM LATTIN SCHOLARSHIP FUND AND THE ST. BEDE ACADEMY ALUMNI ASSOCIATION.

Autumn on Parade 5k & Fun Run

USATF Certification IL22030NM
Early Bib/Shirt Pickup: Saturday, Oct 7th from 2-4 pm at Etnyre School Gym
Race Day Pickup: 7-8 am Blackhawk Center

Race Day Registration:
7-8 am Blackhawk Center

Starting Location:
Oregon High School Football Field/ Blackhawk Dr.

Starting Times:
8:15 am Fun Walk/Run ~ 8:30 am 5K
Course Layout:
www.autumnonparade.org

Race Feature:
Fast course, It’s Race Time timing, water station, traffic control, postrace refreshments, postrace stretching and massages, music

Awards
Awards for overall Male, Female, Age Divisions & Corporate Challenge Winners. First three places in each are division, male & female (Overall winners do not receive age group awards)
Age Divisions:
9 and Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

12th Annual Nik’s Home Run – 7K Run, 1.5 Mile Fun Walk, & Grammy’s Auction

On Saturday, October 14th, 2023, we’re holding our 12th Annual Nik’s Home Run event at Rockford Rivets Stadium, 4503 Interstate Blvd., Loves Park, IL. It’s a 7K Run, 1.5 Mile Fun Walk, Virtual 5K, and a display of Grammy’s Auction items available for online bids. The Stadium opens at 8:00 AM (FREE Admission). The 7K Run and Fun Walk start at 9:00 AM for those registered.

This is Nik’s Home Run 7th year on the Rockford Road Runners Circuit as a Certified USATF Race with chip-to-chip timing. Splits are announced at each mile marker. (Walkers are not timed.) Water and first aid stations are available. $100 goes to the overall male & female winners. Age group, team, and para-athlete winners will also be recognized. If dedicating your race to someone, bring a copy of their picture for our Dreaming Tree.

The Fun Walk is $25. The 7K Run is $35 until Oct 1st, then $40 after. All registrants will get an awesome Goodie SWAG Bag and a chance to win 2 Bears tickets. The first 200 registrants get a COOL event T-shirt. If you cannot join us, do the Virtual 5K for $25; you’ll receive all the SWAG plus a Finisher’s Pin. Register at https://www.classy.org/event/2023-niks-home-run-and-walk/e442077.

$100 cash prize for overall male & female 7K Runners. Awards also for top 7K male & female runners in each age division: 5-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+. Awards for top 7K male & female para-athletes.

Team Prizes: Overall 5 Person Male Team, Female Team, Coed Team (having at least 2 female scores) Note: Top 4 times will be averaged.

Our Nik’s Wish (Aladdin’s type) Lamp will be there! This is a family friendly event; kids welcomed! All the Stadium facilities, including public restrooms, will be available, along with a terrific food stand. Come meet some of the young adult cancer warriors and their families. Music will play and you can even shop at the Team Store. The deeply moving closing ceremony will honor both the outstanding runners and courageous young adults that Nik’s Wish serves.

All proceeds benefit Nik’s Wish. The mission of Nik's Wish, The Nikolas Ritschel Foundation is to BRING HOPE & JOY to young adults (18-24), and their loved ones, fighting cancer. Nik's Wish is a 501(c)(3) charity.

Heartland Haunted Harvest 5K and Kids Fun Run

The 10th Annual Heartland Haunted Harvest 5K and Kids Fun Run will be held on Sunday, October 29 starting at noon. Costumes aren't required, but awards will be given to the best-dressed.

There are three options to participate: individual, teams (of 3 or more) or 1-mile Kids Fun Run

After the race, participants will be invited to an after-party with food trucks, music, and refreshments for an afternoon of family fun with the Heartland Hawks. There will also be a bounce house, trunk-or-treat and face-painting for kids!

Register before October 1 and you are guaranteed a tech t-shirt. Medals for the top three runners in each male and female age group: 11-14, 15-18, 19-22, 23-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

For more information: bit.ly/Heartland5K

Run the Path 10k

This chip timed 10k starts and finishes at the Putnam County Junior High School located at 13183 N 350th Ave, McNabb, IL 61335.
It is an out and back 10k on nicely paved county roads surrounded by beautiful country scenery. The course is a mix of hills and flat areas. Water stations will be available on the course.
Strollers and walkers welcome, but please no headphones.
There will be volunteers at each mile marker and intersection for traffic control but the course will be open to traffic.
Emergency crew coverage available. There is a two hour time limit on the course. Post-race food and beverages provided. Race sweatshirt guaranteed to all participants who are pre-registered by October 7th, 2023. After that and through race day, a sweatshirt is not guaranteed.

Packet Pickup and race day registration starts at 8:00am in the school cafeteria
Entry Fee: $35 through October 7th 2023, $40 October 8th through race day. Members of the following clubs: Starved Rock Runners, Prairie State Road Runners, Springfield Road Runners, Lake Run Club and Illinois Valley Striders who register online will receive a $2 discount with coupon code.

Awards: Top overall male and female. Age bracket awards: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54. 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & up.

Holly Days 5K&1M

5K registration ($35) includes shirt, finishers medal, 1 free drink, post-race party, swag bag.
5K is a timed event with End Result in the Quad Cities
Handcrafted age group awards and overall male and female awards.
1st, 2nd, 3rd
-19 and under
-20-29
-30-39
-40-49
-50-59
-60+
-Overall male and female awards

1 Mile registration ($25) includes shirt, post-race party, swag bag

1 Mile registration ($15) includes post-race party, swag bag

**Strollers are welcome, children in strollers are free

**Well behaved dogs allowed

45th Oglesby Turkey Trot

Oglesby Elk's Lodge 800 E Walnut, Oglesby, IL, United States

Key items to know:

Pre-race packet pickup is Wednesday, November 24th from 4:00pm - 7:00pm at the Oglesby Elks.
Limited race day registration is available from 7:00am - 8:45am.
Start line will follow governor guidelines at that time. (Current plans are a single gun start at 9:00am)
Post race results available at Starved Rock Runners, Run Sign Up and Racing Expectations
Age groups awards Male/Female: 9 and under, 10-12, 13-16, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
$5.00 discount for all Starved Rock Runner Club members (applied automatically at checkout)
Kids fun run!!! 12 and under fun run at 10:15am - Free of charge with a goodie bag for all participants (must sign waiver)
Family discount MAIL IN ONLY)! 4 from the same address $90.00, with $20.00 each additional participant.

General:

Participants are required to be completely self-sufficient.

Registration:

Participants are encouraged to register online in advance.
Pickup of your race bib and fleece stocking hat prior to race day is strongly encouraged. Available at the Oglesby Elks on Wednesday, November 22nd from 4:00pm - 7:00pm.
On Course:

It is your responsibility to know the course, and run it safely.
Except for passing, participants should always remain on the far side of the roadway.
Participants passing one another on the course must adhere to “no drafting” rules which include being no closer than 10 feet behind or in front of, or 6 feet beside other competitors at any time. Before passing, participants must be sure they can safely remain 10 feet behind and then 10 feet in front of the participant being overtaken before merging back to the side of the roadway.
Finish Line:

Self-serve water and refreshments will be available at the finish line.
Results:

Results will be updated throughout the event at Starved Rock Runners, Run Sign Up and Racing Expectations.
Parking:

Parking is available on the East and West side of the Elks.
Paper Applications Available

Available at www.StarvedRockRunners.org
Please mail paper applications to: Often Running: 206 S. Linden, Normal, IL 61761
Changes due to COVID: (if anything changes, updates will be sent via email)

Thank you for your consideration and support. We are looking forward to a great event!
No refunds. If the event is canceled we appreciate your donation.

Santas On The Run VIII

Whether you are looking for a serious 5K race, or just a fun holiday event to burn some of the Turkey Day calories, Santas On The Run is an event you don’t want to miss. Santas On The Run is a 5K Race and a 1 Mile Walk to benefit the Hall Township Food Pantry. … READ MORE >

Starved Rock Runner Christmas Light Run

This a members (and prospective member) club fun run. It will start and end at Lou's LaGrotto in Peru. The run will take in portions of the Taste 5K. The Club will purchase the pizza for the night. Nuggets, salads, soda, drinks, etc. will be the participants responsibility. Participants are encouraged to wear Christmas lights. There will be groups of varying paces (and walkers), so everyone can be included)

Lori’s Walleye Run 5K

Race course is an out and back with rolling hills on paved city streets. Course will be well marked with Marshals on the course at every turn.
Course starts and finishes in parking lot at Hall High School. Certified distance, chip timed, traffic
control, computerized race results with results posted on Starved Rock Runners web site,. There will
A long sleeve uni-sex T-shirt is guaranteed only to pre-registered participants (registered by 3/11/24).
Race day registration/packet pick up is available from 7:30AM until 8:30AM at Hall High School,
800 W. Erie St., Spring Valley.
Awards will be given to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in each age bracket, the Overall Male &
Female Finishers, & the top male and female finisher from Spring Valley. Age Divisions: (one each
for male & female) 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59,
60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and over. Awards ceremony will be held inside after the race.

Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend

Join us in the Big 10 community of Champaign-Urbana & Savoy, Illinois, for the 15th annual Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend on April 25–27, 2024. The 2024 race theme is REUNITED. Seven different distances and eight I-Challenge events combining more than one event.

Green Street Mile: Thursday, April 25 @ 7:30 p.m.
Christie Clinic Illinois 5K: Friday, April 26 @ 7:30 p.m.
Marathon, Relay, Half, 10K: Saturday, April 27 @ 7:31 a.m.
Busey Bank Illinois Youth Run: Saturday, April 27 @ 3:00 p.m.

All entries include a unique first-class race shirt and drawstring back pack. Finishers receive a unique medal and bountiful postrace refreshments in the Great West Hall of Memorial Stadium. Logoed heat sheets also given to Saturday entrants. Marathon finishers also receive a huge logoed fleece blanket. Expo and Packet Pick Up is at the Activities and Recreation Center on the campus of the University of Illinois on April 25 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Friday, April 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 5-year age groups for all events (except the Youth Run). 4th-Mile Street Fest on Friday night after the 5K on Kirby Avenue between Fourth and First Streets. 27th-Mile Celebrate Victory Bash Street Fest on Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Both street fests include live music, food trucks, Riggs Beer Garden (all entrants over 21 receive on beer as part of their registration), and more. FREE parking at the State Farm Center and other U of I parking lots. B-tag timing. Over 50 charities receive donations from the race.

The routes offer beautiful, scenic tours of revitalized downtown streets, tree-lined residential neighborhoods, and awesome, paved park trails. Thousands of friendly and fun fans and volunteers exemplify Midwest hospitality.

Braveheart CAC Superhero 5K Run/Walk and Free Fun Run

Place
Baker Park entrance, located at the intersection of IL 81 & Lexington Ave in Kewanee, IL.
Description
All profits go towards Braveheart Children's Advocacy Center.

5k Run/Walk with Community Partners

April marks Child Abuse Awareness Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month. To help raise awareness on the subjects of child abuse and sexual assault within the community, Braveheart CAC is hosting the 2nd Annual Superhero 5k run/walk on Saturday, April 27th! The morning kicks off at 10:00am with the 5k run/walk and it is followed by the kid's superhero fun run. The kid's run is complimentary. Participants in the kids run will receive a goodie bag. Awards will be provided to the following male & female categories; 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29,30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over. There will be family activities; bounce house provided by Have a Seat Rentals, bake sale and face painting. Local exhibitors will be set up during the run to share their resources with our community. There will be several booths with minute to win it games! If you would like to be an exhibitor please contact rosa@braveheartcac.org.

2024 Community Partners

Abilities Plus
Birth to Five Illinois Region 28
Bridgeway Inc
Bureau Henry Stark Regional Office of Education - Parents as Teachers
First Christian Church of Kewanee
Freedom House
Grow Ministry
Henry & Stark County Health Department
Kewanee Family Dentistry
Kewanee Firefighters Local 513
Kewanee Police Department
Kewanee Commission on Human Relations
Kewanee Public Library
Kewanee YMCA
Kewanee Welcomes
OSF Saint Luke Medical Center
Project Now Headstart
SAL Community Services
Salvation Army
Sols Legal Ministries
St. Jude Kewanee to Peoria Satellite Run- Bake Sale
The Gray Matters Collective
Braveheart CAC is a not for profit organization that provides services to child abuse victims. Our mission is to strengthen our community’s response to child abuse through prevention, intervention and advocacy. We help connect children and families to needed resources, pay for specialized therapy and medical services for kids, and offer community education presentations on child abuse and prevention. We provide all of our services free of charge to children and their families. Each day at Braveheart abused and neglected children find hope and healing. We work to provide a therapeutic environment that allows children to work through their trauma while feeling safe. We stand together with law enforcement, states attorney offices, department of family resources, medical and mental health partners. Furthermore, we serve Henry, Bureau, Stark, Marshall, and Putnam County.

Braveheart is a name that represents the courage it takes for children to tell their stories, the dedication of our team, the innocence at the heart of every child and the community who speak up in partnership with us.

Braveheart CAC is a proud member of the Kewanee Area United Way, Bureau County United Way and the Geneseo Community Chest.

Parking: Located at the Chrome Gypsy Compound - 600 N Lexington Ave, Kewanee, IL 61443

Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.

The Lake Run

Please note, there will be no paper registration offering at any point. You must register online before registration closes or the distance of your choice sells out.

"May the 4th be with you" Star Wars dressed runners will be eligible for awards

The first Lake Run, a loop around Lake Bloomington, was held in 1982 and had 224 finishers. The race became an annual event, added a shorter loop and continues to grow each year. In addition to the standard age group classifications, the race has footpounder classes for men over 220 lb and women over 190 lb, as well as footpounder light: 190-219 lb (men) and 150lb - 179lb (women).

You can select from the 12K or 4.37 Mile races, each have chip timing and race results posted live during the event.

Shirt information –

Last day to sign-up and be guaranteed a shirt in your size – April 20, 2024 @ 11:59 p.m.

Earlville PTA 5K 2024

Thu, May 9, 2024 5:00 PM - Pre Race Day Packet Pick Up 5P-7P
Fri, May 10, 2024 5:00 PM - Pre Race Day Packet Pick Up 5P-7P
Sat, May 11, 2024 8:00 AM - Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up
Sat, May 11, 2024 9:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Start!
Award Categories:
*Top Three Male
*Top Three Female
*Top Three Male Teachers
*Top Three Female Teachers
*Age Group Awards (Both Male and Female):
*1st, 2nd & 3rd place in the following ages:
*8 & Under
*9 - 14
*15 - 18
*19 & Over
Race shirt guaranteed if registered by 4/18/24. Registration opens up on 2/25/24. There will be water and snacks available. There is a water station half way through the race. Maps provided and signs along the path. Timing is through Race Time Inc. This is a fundraiser for the Earlville PTA to help raise money for the school, students and teachers. Parking available in the east parking lot of the school.

Braidwood Memorial Day 5k

Mark your calendars and come on out to support this very worthwhile cause. This will be the 2nd annual Braidwood Memorial Day 5K, presented by Constellation, will take place on Sunday May 19, 2024, with all proceeds from the event benefiting Robert Irvine Foundation
The race will begin and end in the Braidwood Park District’s Old Smokey City Park with the course winding thru the residential streets surrounding the park.
Registration will begin at 7am.
Run will begin at 9am.
Registration can be found online at https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Braidwood/MemorialRun
Registration fee is $30.00 (+$3.86 signup fee).
Participants will receive an event t-shirt (other items may possibly be added).
Registration is capped at 2,500 participants.
Walkers are also welcome to participate.
The race will be taking place on a certified course.
This will be a chip timed race and awards will be presented in each of the following age groups:
15 and under, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34,35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
We will also be doing a kids dash and fastest walker across the finish line with a stroller.
For questions, please utilize the “Questions” icon underneath the Race Contact Info on the above website to contact race organizers.

Nina LeCuyer Memorial 5K

Please join us as a runner/walker in our 6th running of the Nina LeCuyer Memorial 5K! The run will start/end at the American Legion in Sheridan and the route runs the streets through the village. The $35 registration fee gets you:

· Entry into the 5K race.

· Legion’s Memorial Day Breakfast following the run. Breakfast will open at 0830.

· Invitation to the Legion’s Memoria Day Ceremony to honor those that have served our country (will begin after breakfast).

Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers as well the the top Veteran, and then to the top three male and female finishers in 14 age divisions starting 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24. 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.

Race Day registration will be available starting at 0630 with appropriate distancing and controls.

This run was a dream of Nina LeCuyer, a long-time supporter of Legion Post 0729. To honor her memory, all proceeds from this and future events will support someone in need from the community or to support the Illinois Veteran's Home.

Streator Family YMCA Memorial Day 5K race

Come join us for our ANNUAL Memorial Day 5K, hosted by and benefitting the Streator Family YMCA!

Race day registration & packet pick-up from 6:30am - 8:00am at the Streator YMCA:
710 Oakley Avenue / Streator, IL 61364

Registration opens March 22, 2024 online.

Course starts and finishes in front of the Streator Family YMCA. Certified distance, chip timed, traffic control, computerized race results with results posted on Starved Rock Runners website. There are no water stops on the course. Water bottles are available before and after the race with fruit and breakfast bars provided after.

Plenty of parking. Course is a nice mix of residential, country landscape, shade trees and open air. Run over the Vermillion River bridge and challenge yourself to the hill on this out-and-back course.

Awards will be given to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in each age bracket, the Overall Male & Female Finishers, & the top male and female finisher from Streator. Age Divisions: (one each for male & female) 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over. Awards will be given at the conclusion of the race.

All levels of runners welcome, from advanced to novice. Walkers also welcome.

Race With Your Heart

Join us for a leisurely 1.5 mile walk on a flat surface around Eureka Lake or enter into one of our two challenging and competitive races. Our race course is beautiful; going through the woodlands along Eureka Lake and through local subdivisions. Both 5K and 10K distances available. Course is mostly flat with a couple of significant hills ascending Eureka Lake dam.

We will have raffles, free pancake and sausage breakfast , along with a family-friendly post-race celebration! Plan to participate or bring your cheering section as everyone goes home a winner because it supports the Heartline and Heart House mission.

Run the Plank 5K

Steer your ship towards Ottawa High School and come out to support the OTHS Cross Country team and the American Heart Association. This will be the 2nd running of the Run The Plank 5k. It will take place on Saturday June 15, 2024.

The race will begin and end in front of Historic Ottawa Township High School, passing through Fox River Park to the picturesque I&M canal and finishing by winding through the residential streets of the historic East Side.
Race day registration will begin at 8am.
Race will begin at 9am.
Pre registered participants will receive an event t-shirt (other items may possibly be added).
Walkers and families are welcome to participate.
The race will be taking place on a certified course.
This will be a chip timed race with age based awards.

Run For Glory 5K

The Run for Glory is a friendly and fast 5K, starting and finishing at City Park in Streator. The course is flat and fast, with two small hills, and the course is an out and back route through quiet neighborhoods. The 5K Run For Glory helps support the fireworks and the Streator Fest Celebration. Nice awards for first place overall male and female finishers, and for first Streator male and female finishers. Medals for top three finishers in each age group. Male and female age groups are as follows: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over. Water on course at 1 and 2 miles. T-shirts for all entrants. Walkers are welcome. Delicious fruit and beverages following the race. Timing provided by Racing Expectations. Results will be posted at Starvedrockrunners.org. Fun family event!

Reagan Run 5k

24 Annual Reagan Run 5k - Course runs thru downtown Dixon, across the Rock River, a mile loop in the woods, return across the Rock and finish at Haymarket Square park. Food and refreshments provided. Fast & Fun course. Chip timed. All proceeds to Dixon YMCA, Park District, Main Street & DHS Boosters. 5 member Corporate Team Challenge also available.
800+ Runners. Kids Run at 7:30 AM, 8 blocks.
1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female in the following age groups: 10 – under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24 ,25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+ Also: Overall Male, Overall Female, Overall Male Masters, and Overall Female Masters will also be awarded.
Dixon Petunia Festival is also on going this weekend. Carnival, Fireworks, Music.

The Real Amazing Race

Welcome to our race, containing of a 5k and ultra. Come and join us for a day of fun,run, and sports. Meet with other athletes and show your competitive spirit and comradery,together with sociliazing with other likeminded people. Water stations, snacks and musicprovided, as well as a good live music and dancing after-party. Do not hesitate, register now!!! You will find the registration link and the full registrationinfo on our website and our social media channels. If you have any questions, contact usand we will be glad to answer any questions you have. Hope to see you soon! Test Race 5k, Ultra, Marathon, all in one place. South Carolina.

Dog Days 5K

Course: A portion of Lake Bloomington’s Inner-Loop with a start and finish next to Green Gables
2 Water Stops
Asphalt Roads-Use Caution

Awards given to the overall male and female winners, and to the top three finishers, male and female, in each of the following age groups:
8 & Under; 9-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-70; 71 and Over

Lake Run Club 6-pack Circuit Race
Starved Rock Runners Circuit Race

Join us for the annual Dog Days 5K! Register now right here! NO DISCOUNTS beginning July 1st and NO RACE DAY DISCOUNTS.

Early pickup available the night before the race, July 12, at Often Running (Normal, IL) from 4:30PM - 6:00PM
Race Day Packet Pickup 4:30-5:45 PM at Green Gables

THIS COURSE IS NOT CLOSED TO TRAFFIC; NO HEADSETS OR STROLLERS WILL BE ALLOWED DURING THE RACE

EVERGREEN LAKE 5K

M/W/YTH TECH TEES
FOOD/DRINKS AFTERWARDS
CERTIFIED COURSE 5K
AWARDS IN LINE W SRRC CIRCIUT GUIDE LINES
A PART of LRC 6 pack series

Boo MILBY Memory 5K/1 Mile walk

NEW LOCATION
NEW CERTIFIED RACE COURSE
RACE AWARDS--WITH SRRL GUIDELINES
MENS/WOMENS/YOUTH TECH TEES
FOOD/DRINKS AFTER
PARKING AT LASALLE-PERU CHRISTAN SCHOOL
PROCECEDS GO TO IV ALZHEIMER'S GROUP/STARVED ROCK RUNNERS

Watermelon Stampede

Equal awards to first place male and female in 5K and 10K run. Open, and Masters Division.Open Division is age 39 and Under. Masters is 40 and Over

Medals to first three places in each running category.14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & Over. T-Shirts to first 400 registrants.
30 Watermelons given to participants by random drawing..

Folty 5K

Packet Pick Up:

7:00-8:00 AM at Village Hall, 308 Uncas St. Tonica, IL

Awards:

Overall male & female (plaque)
Top Tonica resident male & female (plaque)
Top 3 male and female in each age division (medal)
Age Groups: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+ (more age groups this year!)

Course:

Chip-timed by Racing Expectations
USA Track and Field Certified #IL23005NM
Out and back course that starts and ends at Village Hall
Restrooms and refreshments available after the race

New Features:

Drink voucher included with registration for participants 21+
Challenges & an opportunity to win a cash prize!
FREE Kids' Fun Run @ 9:00 AM. No registration is required. For ages 10 & under. Medals for all participants.

Questions? Contact Amber Heider (815) 481-4657

31st Annual Underground Railroad 5K

The 5K race is in its 31st year here in Princeton during Homestead Days. There will be a free Kiddy Run before the actual race begins. The registration and packet pickup will be at 7 am. The entry fee will be $25 on or before 8/7, and $30 on or before 8/8. Awards for overall top Male and Female. The top Princeton Male and Female will also receive an award. Awards for Male and Female age divisions (Top 3 in each division). Age divisions are as follows: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.

Dwight Harvest Days 5K & 3K Fun Run/Walk

This chip timed course is flat and fast utilizing residential streets with police traffic control. It is well marked with signs and painted streets. Accurate splits at 1 and 2 miles with water. Restrooms available. USA Track & Field Certified.
Awards: Awards will be given to the top overall race champions, top Dwight runners and top finishers in each age group for both males and females. One award per person. Awards for the top age group finishers will be given 3 deep.
Age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & above

2024 Belleville Main Street Marathon and Half Marathon

RUN AMERICA'S LONGEST MAIN STREET!!!
Join us on September 28, 2024, in historic Belleville, IL (about 20 minutes from downtown St. Louis, MO) for our full and half marathons that are great for both novice and seasoned runners and feature an affordable registration fee, ENTHUSIASTIC volunteers/course support, ample hydration stations, and small town charm with ammenities that match those of a big city race! Our 8th annual full marathon is a runner-pleasing, Boston Marathon–qualifying course that includes about 16 miles of city streets and about 10 miles of a portion of a paved biking/walking trail, and both the full and half marathons include America’s longest Main Street and neighborhood roads.

Full Marathon Registration Fees
-Jan 6: $50
-Jan 7-10: $65
-Jan 11-July 31: $90
-Aug 1-Aug 31: $105
-Sept 1-Sept 21: $115*

Half Marathon Registration Fees
-Jan 6: $45
-Jan 7-10: $55
-Jan 11-July 31: $80
-Aug 1-Aug 31: $95
-Sept 1-Sept 21: $105*

*Register by September 14, 2024, to be guaranted a participant shirt. Online registration closes September 21, but in person registration will be accepted September 22 through September 27 at Toolen's Running Start or at packet pickup. Registration fees for the full marathon September 22 through September 27 are $125, and registration fees for the half marathon September 22 through September 27 are $115.

2024 COURSE SUPPORT: Water and Gatorade will be available about every 2 miles on the course. Gu also will be available at several locations (check the website later for more specific locations).

COURSE: The full and half marathons will begin and end on Main Street near First Street in downtown Belleville, IL (near 19 Public Square, Belleville 62220). The full marathon course is a certified Boston Marathon-qualifying course. The FULL MARATHON will be on about 16 miles of city streets, including America's longest Main Street, and about 10 miles on the St. Clair County Transit District's paved biking/walking trail. The HALF MARATHON will be on city streets, including America's longest Main Street. Full marathon participants must be at mile 13 by 10:23 AM or they will be transported by an official race vehicle to another point on the course and allowed to cross the finish line with an unofficial time and to receive a finisher medal. Half marathon participants must by at mile 6.5 by 8:50 AM and complete the course by 10:30 AM to receive an official race time. If runners of either race are on the course after volunteers have been dismissed, those runners must move to the sidewalks.

AWARDS
-For the FULL MARATHON, the top 3 overall male and female finishers; top male and female master finishers; and top male and female wheelchair finishers will receive awards as will the top 3 male and female finishers in each of the following age divisions: 18-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; and 70 & older. Due to liability and safety issues, the age limit requirement of being 18 or older will be strictly enforced for the FULL MARATHON.
-For the HALF MARATHON, the top 3 overall male and female finishers; top male and female master finishers; and top male and female wheelchair finishers will receive awards as will the top 3 male and female finishers in each of the following age divisions: 19 and younger; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; and 70 & older. There is no age limit for the half marathon.

SWAG: All finishers, regardless of placement, will receive a participant medal, and anyone who registers before September 14 is gauranteed an event shirt.

PACKET PICKUP:
-10 AM to 5:00 PM on Friday, Sept. 27, at Toolen’s Running Start, 3260 Green Mount Crossing Drive, Shiloh, IL 62269.
-5:30 to 6:30 AM on Saturday, Sept. 28, near the start line on Main Street near First Street.
For planning purposes to keep the event running smoothly, please let us know if you plan to pick up your packet on race morning when registering or at info@bellevillemarathon.com.

POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS: Post-race refreshments include food from Belleville restaurants; water, Gatorade, and beer; and other goodies from other local businesses.

RACE DAY PICS: Rutster Photography will be capturing professional race-day photographs, which will be available for viewing and purchase at the company's Belleville Main Street Marathon gallery.

Race proceeds benefit the Belleville Parks and Recreation Department and a newly created college scholarship fund for local high school runners.

Nik’s Home Run

Make wishes happen with your 7k run or 1.5 mile walk!
All participants will receive a T-Shirt and Swag Bag. First 250 participants receive a Bring Joy Beanie!
Everyone gets a chance to win 2 tickets to the Bears vs Panthers game at Soldier Field if they sign up for the run or walk.
Certified USATF Race with chip-to-chip timing. Splits announced at each mile marker. Water & first aid stations available. Stadium opens 8 AM (free admission). Grammy's Auction will showcase hundreds of items which can be bid on in person or on-line. $100 to overall male & female winners. Stadium restrooms & great food stand available. Family friendly event; kids welcome!
Bring JOY to young adults, and their families, fighting cancer. Nik discovered that young adults over 17 are not eligible for a "wish." In fact, most pediatric support programs age out at 18 and adult programs start at 25 leaving a gap for young adults. Nik asked us to help young adults fighting cancer have a wish too!

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