Great River Road Run - Alton
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The 67th Great River Road Run - Alton, IL
The event is scheduled for November 28, 2026, at the Alton Visitor Center, 200 Piasa St., Alton, IL 62002. The Alton Road Runners Club is listed as the organizer.
Both in-person distances use an out-and-back layout on the Great River Road beside the Mississippi River and adjacent bluffs. The course is described as flat.
Virtual options are offered for the same distances as the in-person races.
Registration fees published for this event include a ten mile entry at $40, a five kilometer entry for ages 14 and under at $20, and a five kilometer entry for ages 15 and over at $30. Virtual entries for the ten mile and five kilometer options are listed at $30 each. Race day registration accepts cash, check, or credit and debit cards. Packet pickup is available at Mac'c Downtown, 315 Belle St., Alton, IL 62002. Parking is noted as available in multiple downtown lots.
Participants are advised to be aware of the weather and to dress accordingly. The description for the event also notes local dining and shopping opportunities in downtown Alton following the races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
