Other Area Races
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Event Name: APL Donuts and Dogs 5K and Fun Run
Location:: Southwind Park, Springfield IL,
Distance(s): 5K
Date/Time: June 7th at 9:00AM
Web or registration link:: https://runsignup.com/apl5K
Race highlights:: Race competitively in the 5K or take a leisurely stroll in the Fun Run, all to benefit the sick, injured, and homeless animals in APL's care.
Awards will given to the top M/F 5K , top M/F Under 12 yrs, and 1st Canine to finish the 5K.
Registration is open now and is $30 to enter. Register by May 20th to receive your commemorative T-Shirt!
Event Name: Race with Your Heart
Location:: Eureka Lake
Distance(s): 5K, 10K, 1.5 Mile Walk
Date/Time: 6/14/25 7:30am
Web or registration link:: https://raceroster.com/events/2025/90958/29th-annual-race-with-your-heart
Race highlights:
Event benefiting two diverse services that assist those in need. HEARTLINE offers numerous forms of assistance to Woodford County residents. HEART HOUSE offers shelter services to women and children.
PRE-REGISTER BY MAY 14 for $30 AND BE GUARANTEED AN OFFICIAL RACE T-SHIRT, OR SIGN UP UNTIL RACE TIME FOR $35. www.heartlineandhearthouse.org A SPECIAL GROUP RATE IS AVAILABLE FOR FOUR PARTICIPANTS WHO REGISTER TOGETHER FOR THE PRICE OF THREE. CHILDREN UNDER AGE 10 REGISTER FREE.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY POST-RACE CELEBRATION RAFFLES
FREE BREAKFAST PANCAKES & SAUSAGE FOR EVERYONE PRESENT
Event Name: Superhero Hustle 5K
Location:: Scheels:3801 S MacArthur Blvd, Springfield, IL 627
Distance(s): 5K
Date/Time: 6/28/25 at 8AM
Web or registration link:: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Springfield/SuperheroHustle
Race highlights:: Lace up your sneakers and join us on Saturday, June 28th for the Springfield Clinic Superhero Hustle 5K, proudly presented by Downtown Kiwanis! Let's hit the pavement, channel our inner superheroes(costumes encouraged) and make every step count!
Proceeds benefit the James Project and UIS Soccer.
Registration is just $30 for adults and $15 for kids. All kids get a cape!
The event takes place at Scheels and is in partnership with the Memorial Health Championship (same weekend).
Event Name: Springfield Kids Triathlon
Location:: Nelson Center in Lincoln Park,1601 N. 5th St
Distance(s): 50-100m swims, .6-1.25mi bikes, .25-.50mi runs
Date/Time: July 19, 2025 at 8:00am
Web or registration link:: https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/IL/Springfield/SpringfieldKidsTriathlon
Race highlights:: The Springfield Bicycle Club is pleased to present the 11th annual Springfield Kids Triathlon (formerly known as the HSHS St. Johns Children Hospital and SCHEELS Kids Triathlon). This event is a fun and exciting challenge for kids ages 5 to 13. All registrants receive a finisher’s medal, event t-shirt and refreshments, as well as a chance to win an age group award. The swim will be held in the Nelson Center's 50-meter pool. The bike is a lap around Lincoln Park, and the run takes place on a grass field in Lincoln Park.
Event Name: Chatham Sweetcorn 5k
Location:: South Park, Chatham Il
Sat July 19, 2025 at 8 AM
Distance(s): 5k
Web or registration link:: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Chatham/sweetcornfestival5k
Race highlights::
Hey friends, 1 week left to recieve $5 off on registration for the Sweetcorn 5k! -Code: Sweetcorn50 offer available until June 6th.
Click on the link to register and please read the Chatham Jaycees mission statement. - Register early to guarantee your shirt size and finisher medal. - Awards for the top 2 male and female finishers in four age divisions: 13 & under, 14-19, 20-35 and 36& up. -Runners, walkers, strollers and 4 legged friends are invited to participate.
Event Name: Run your Bundts off 5k & 2 mile walk
Location:: Lincoln Park
Distance(s): 5k
Date/Time: August 9th 2025
Web or registration link:: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Springfield/Bundt
Race highlights::
Celebrating the 5-Year Anniversary of Nothing Bundt Cakes – Springfield
All proceeds benefit Girls on the Run of Central Illinois and True North Running (formerly Stride)
Free Bundtini at the finish line for all participants
Featuring amazing local partners and sponsors
Family-friendly and accessible event — all are welcome
Event Name: Rock and Run for Mental Health
Location: Rochester Community Park
Distance(s): 5km
Date/Time: Sept. 7, 9am
Web or registration link:: www.Rock4mentalhealth.com
Race highlights:
Rock and Run for Mental Health is a 5k Race, 1-Mile Fun Walk/Run, Live Music, Food, and Wellness Vendor Event for Mental Health!
Proceeds benefit mental health and suicide prevention.
Event registration opens May 2025 (Mental Health Awareness Month). Register by 8/15/25 to receive a zip-up hoodie.
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok for the latest information! #RAR5k
Event Name: Clinton Half Marathon
Location:: Clinton, IA
Distance(s): 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
Date/Time: September 7, 2025, 7:30am
Web or registration link:: www.clintonhalfmarathon.com
Race highlights::
Hey Runners! Get ready to mark your calendars and lace up those shoes! We're so excited to invite you to join us for the Clinton Half Marathon on September 7, 2025. This is going to be an incredible day, and we'd love for you to be a part of it. To make it even sweeter, you can save $5 on your registration with coupon code SRCC5CHM when you sign up at www.clintonhalfmarathon.com.
What Awaits You in Clinton Whether you're looking for a challenging new personal best or just a fun run with a fantastic atmosphere, we've got a distance for you: a 5k, 10k, or the Half Marathon.
Our race kicks off right in Historic Downtown Clinton, Iowa, taking you along Riverview Drive with the mighty Mississippi River flowing right beside you. Get ready for some thrilling hill climbs that lead to Eagle Point Park, where you'll be treated to absolutely breathtaking views of the widest part of the Mississippi. Trust us, the autumn scenery alone is worth the effort!
The Pre-Race Celebration & Post-Race Party! The fun starts even before race day! On Saturday night, we're throwing an exciting street fest at packet pickup. Imagine this: delicious food trucks, cool local vendors, a live band, and so much more to get you hyped and ready for your run. It's the perfect way to kick off an amazing weekend. And once you've conquered your race, the celebration continues with a post-race party! We'll have delicious snacks and refreshing drinks waiting for you. It's the perfect opportunity to relax, celebrate your achievement, and connect with other amazing runners from all over.
We truly believe this is going to be one of the most memorable racing experiences of the season, and we'd be thrilled to share it with you. We can't wait to see you there! Happy running, The Clinton Half Marathon Team
Event Name: Superhero 5K run/walk fundraiser for kids
Location:: Turley Park, Carbondale, IL 62901
Distance(s): 5k
Date/Time: 09/20/2025 9am
Web or registration link:: https://www.forkidssakeintl.org/superhero5k
Race highlights:: The For Kids' Sake International Superhero 5K in Carbondale, IL is our largest annual fundraiser. Superheroes save lives, which is exactly what you do when you participate in this race. All proceeds benefit orphans and students in Bangladesh, The Gambia and Southern Illinois. Participants become true Superheroes, by fundraising for the kids.
Event Name: Belleville Main Street Marathon & Half Marathon
Location: Belleville, IL
Distance(s): Half Marathon & Full Marathon
Date/Time: 09/27/2025 from 7 AM to 1:30 PM
Web or registration link: https://www.bellevillemarathon.com/
Race highlights: On September 27, 2025, get ready to experience the excitement of running America's longest Main Street in the historic town of Belleville, IL, situated in the heart of America and just a short drive from downtown St. Louis, MO! As you make your way down Main Street, enthusiastic volunteers will greet you on every corner, providing incredible support and cheers with the charm of a Midwest small town.
Our full marathon is a USTAF-certified Boston Marathon qualifier and features approximately 10 miles on a paved trail, making both the full and half marathons accessible for runners of all experience levels!
Participants will receive a soon-to-be your favorite everything T-shirt and a finisher's medal as part of their registration.
After the race, join us for a celebration featuring local eats, a special beer brewed just for you by Shoehorn Brewing in downtown Belleville (for those ages 21 and older), and a DJ to keep the atmosphere lively as you celebrate your remarkable achievement.
The Belleville Main Street Marathon and Half Marathon is a non-profit event, with proceeds reinvested back into our community.
The event is organized by the Belleville Running Club and Toolen's Running Start.
Event Name: 12th Annual Swifty Swine Trail Run/Walk
Location:: Weldon Springs State Park, Clinton IL
Distance(s): 5k
Date/Time: 09/27/25 at 0800
Web or registration link:: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Clinton/SwiftySwine5K
Race highlights::
• Participants will be grouped into the following age categories for determining prizes: 10 and under, 11-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Trophies will be presented to 1st and 2nd male and female in each age category, as well as a winning “Swifty Business”, new for 2025
• Each participant will receive a unique, handmade finisher’s medal! • Entry fee: $25 Early Bird if registered by September 17th (t-shirt guaranteed) $30 after September 17th until race day
• Make checks payable to ”WHHS Foundation” and mail along with entry form for each participant to: WHHS Foundation; 422 W. White St.; Clinton, IL 61727
• Online registration is available at https://runsignup.com/swiftyswine5k
• The race takes place at beautiful Weldon Springs. Follow signs on race day for parking and registration.
• FREE Piglet Prance for children 8 and under will begin at approximately 9:00
• For questions please call (217) 937-5275 and be sure to check us out on Facebook for updates!
Are You Country Strong?
River Bottom Country Runs for St Jude returns for our 8th Annual race on June 7, 2025 @ 7:00AM
18298 Zimmerman Road, Deer Creek, IL 61733
It will feature a 5K & Half Marathon that will test your strength and agility as you navigate central Illinois' finest farm country. These scenic runs start with a .25 mile hill and then flatten out for the remainder of the course. All races are out and back style ending downhill, making your last mile your fastest!
A water cannon will be featured on the Half Marathon course, courtesy of Goodfield Fire Department!
Prizes will be awarded to the top female and male per race.
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5K Finishers will receive River Bottom Country Runs koozie, donuts, bananas and beer. (racers 21 years or older) First place prizes for male and female!
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Half Marathon Finishers will receive a finishers medal, koozie, donuts, bananas and beer. (racers 21 years or older) First and second place prizes for males and females!
Event Name: F*L*A*T*S Trail Half Marathon
Location:: Kirksville, MO
Distance(s): 13.1 Miles
Date/Time: 10/4/2025, 8:30 am
Web or registration link:: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=120361
Race highlights::
Kirksville, Missouri's FLATS Trail Half Marathon takes racers over hills, rocks, roots, stretches of fast singletrack, and even some water crossings. Along with miles of lovingly maintained trails, the point-to-point course offers well-stocked aid stations, gorgeous views, enthusiastic volunteers, a well-marked course, age-group awards, prize money, the softest t-shirt in the whole universe, custom finishers medals, and a festive post-race celebration.
All proceeds go to the Forest Lake Area Trail System to support trail building and maintenance in Adair County, Missouri.