Hornet Holiday Hustle - Mount Sterling
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Hornet Holiday Hustle in Mount Sterling
The Hornet Holiday Hustle is a community running event held at Clark Park in Mount Sterling, Illinois, on December 6, 2026. The event includes a chip-timed 5K run or walk and a separate Kids 1K course around the park.
Distances
- 5K chip-timed run or walk with postrace perks
- 1K kids run around Clark Park
The 5K course begins and finishes at Clark Park and follows a new trail toward Mt. Sterling Lake and back, offering a scenic December route through local parkland. The Kids 1K follows a shorter loop around Clark Park designed for younger participants and is not timed.
Registration information is provided for each event. The 5K registration is listed at $35 and increases to $45 on November 16, 2026. The 5K registration includes a long sleeve running shirt, a finisher medal, eligibility for age group awards, and a swag bag. The Kids 1K registration is listed at $20 and includes a long sleeve running shirt, a finisher medal, and a swag bag; this kids event is a fun run with no race timing.
Proceeds from the Hornet Holiday Hustle benefit local high school track and field and the ball field. The event notes support from the Mt. Sterling Park District and participation helps fund facilities and opportunities for student athletes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.