Great River Road Run - Alton
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About the race
The Great River Road Run is the 67th annual running in Alton, Illinois, scheduled for November 28, 2026. The event offers two distance options along the Great River Road.
- 10 mile
- 5k
The in person route is an out and back on the southbound lanes of the Great River Road. The course passes river bluffs on one side and the Mississippi River on the other, providing a waterside setting.
Race day registration and packet pick up are located at Mac's Time Out Lounge, 315 Belle St., Alton, IL 62002. There is parking available at several city parking lots and some street parking. A virtual race option is also offered; virtual participants may run anytime and will receive a shirt and a medal after race day.
Weather can range from pleasant to cold and damp, so dress accordingly. The event is held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving and is noted as a local Alton tradition. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
