EWC 5K Race
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Event overview
The 11th Annual EWC 5K Race & Kids Fun Run takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in Edwardsville, Illinois. The event is a fundraiser for the Edwardsville Wrestling Club, a nonprofit youth program. It offers in-person and virtual options and a combined race bundle.
Race course, awards, and extras
Distances and event options:
- 5K
- Fun Run (kids obstacle course)
- 5K Virtual
- Race Bundle
The 5K begins at Edwardsville High School, follows MCT trails, and finishes at the Jon Davis Wrestling Center. Awards are given to the top three finishers in male and female divisions across these age groups: 10 & under, 11-12, 13-15, 16-25, 26-35, 36-45, 46-55, and 55+. Trophies and gift card prizes are awarded to the top male and top female finishers.
The Kids Obstacle Course Fun Run takes place around the Jon Davis Wrestling Center, includes five obstacles (one is a bounce house), and separates runners by age group. Each obstacle-course participant receives a medal on completion. The post-race area includes games, hot chocolate, popcorn, and a bounce house. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.