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Abe's Amble 10K/5K - FAQs
7:30 a.m. Sun August 23, 2026
Illinois State Fairgrounds - Grandstand
Springfield, Illinois
Will the race be held live/in-person or virtual?
The race is scheduled as a live event with a virtual option.
Where do we park for the race? (WILL UPDATE)
Keep in mind traffic is running one way around the fair counterclockwise during the fair. You will be directed to a parking spot. Please arrive early as parking traffic can cause some wait time.
Do we have to pay to get into the fair? (WILL UPDATE)
No. Race participants and spectators arriving with them before the race get in free that morning. If you leave and are planning to return to the fair later that day, make sure you get your hand stamped.
Is there a time limit?
No, but participants will need to move to sidewalks along Sangamon Avenue after the City of Springfield re-opens the roads to through traffic.
Post race refreshments?
Refreshments for race participants will be available in the Commodities Pavilion near the finish line.
How can I stay updated?
Be sure to follow the Abe's Amble 10K/5K Race and the Springfield Road Runners Club on Facebook for updates. Also, look for emails to registered participants during the week leading up to the race.