Jack-O-Jog 5K
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Jack-O-Jog 2026
The Jack-O-Jog is a community running event hosted by the Marshall Rotary Club on October 24, 2026, in Marshall, Illinois. Activities are centered around Plum Street and the 8th Street parking lot and use loops on 7th and 8th streets.
Distances
- 150 yards
- 1 mile
- 5K
The program includes a 1 Block Kids Dash on 8th Street, a 1 mile loop on 7th and 8th streets, and a 5K run that consists of three repetitions of the same 1 mile loop. The Kids Dash is offered at no cost and requires registration. The 1 mile and 5K events list a registration fee of $25.
Children who finish the Kids Dash receive a goodie bag that includes a wearable safety item intended for trick-or-treating. Walkers and runners receive a participation medal and a t-shirt. Costumes are encouraged and tennis shoes are required. The event is described as the second annual Jack-O-Jog and emphasizes family-friendly, seasonal activities and Halloween-themed decorations along the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.