Rock and Run for Mental Health
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Event overview
Rock and Run for Mental Health 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, September 13, 2026, at Rochester Community Park, 90 Wild Rose Ln., Rochester, Illinois 62563. The event combines live music, a road race, a fun run/walk, food trucks, and wellness vendors. Proceeds will benefit a mental health and suicide prevention nonprofit (to be announced). The live music lineup includes The 66 Ramblers.
Distances
- 5K
- 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
- Virtual 5K (Volunteers Only)
Logistics & race details
Packet pickup is available the day before at M Fitness Health and Wellness, 3450-B Liberty Dr., Springfield, and on race day at the park pavilion. Shirts and medals must be picked up at packet pickup; shipping is not available. Registrations submitted after August 16, 2026, will not receive the hoodie giveaway; medals are available while supplies last. Volunteers receive a Rock & Run t-shirt.
The 5K course leaves the park, goes north to Lost Bridge Trail, turns east to the corner of Main and Illinois Avenue, then returns west toward the park. The 1-mile route follows a U-shape around the park pond from the pavilion. A 5K water stop is located at the corner of Main and Illinois Avenue. Restrooms are available by the pavilion, at the concession stand, and via porta-potties near the football fields. Awards include prizes for the top two finishers and age-group winners, with age groups in five-year intervals. Food and beverage vendors include Brezie’s Roasted Beans and Johnny O’s Mini Donut Truck. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
