Baby Steps for Jameson Memorial 5K

MAR
1
2026
Join the 7th Annual Baby Steps for Jameson Memorial 5K in McLeansboro for a family friendly run, walk, and kids half mile fun run. Enjoy a mostly flat asphalt course with two short hills while supporting Hayden’s Helping Hands.
Sun 1 Mar 2026
5 kilometers

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7th Annual Baby Steps for Jameson Memorial 5K

The 7th Annual Baby Steps for Jameson Memorial 5K is scheduled for March 1, 2026, in Mc Leansboro, Illinois. The event is based at 501 E Randolph St., behind Hamilton County East Side School, with the race start and finish in the same general area.

Events, course, awards, and beneficiary

Distances offered:

  • 5K run
  • 5K walk
  • Kids 1/2 mile fun run

The course is all asphalt and described as very flat except for two moderately hard hills. Awards are given to the top two runners and the top two walkers in each male and female age group (1-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over). Each finisher in the kids 1/2 mile fun run receives a finisher's award. Proceeds benefit Hayden’s Helping Hands, a foundation that assists parents with medical expenses after the birth of a stillborn baby. Prices listed on the event page are $25 for the 5K run and walk, and $15 for the kids fun run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run
5 km
5k Walk
Kids Fun Run