Cobden's Christmas in the Village 5k
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Cobden’s Christmas in the Village 5k : December 5, 2026
Cobden’s Christmas in the Village 5k is a community running and walking event held at Cobden Community Park on Locust Street in Cobden, Illinois. The program includes organized 5k run and walk options plus a 1 mile fun run.
Distances:
- 3.1 miles (5k) run and walk
- 1 mile fun run
Proceeds benefit the Cobden cross-country teams and the junior high track and field team. Same-day registration is available. Registration opens June 30; online registration is recommended by November 28. To guarantee a t-shirt, register by November 20.
Published registration fees include $30 for 5k runners and walkers, $35 on the day of the event, $20 if a participant does not want a t-shirt, and $15 for the fun run. Registration close dates are listed through early December.
Awards are given for overall male and female in both the 5k run and the 5k walk. The fun run receives a participation ribbon. Top three places are awarded in each age group. Walker age groups (female/male) include 9 and under, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80 and over. Runner age groups (female/male) span from 9 and under through 80 and over with standard competitive bands. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
