Rock and Run for Mental Health
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About the race
Rock and Run for Mental Health 2027 is a charity event in Springfield, Illinois that combines live music, running, and a vendor area. The event is set for September 12, 2027, at 1250 Lincolnshire Blvd., Springfield, IL 62711, and moves this year to Legends Entertainment and the Interurban Trail.
The event program includes these distances:
- 5 km road race
- 1 mile fun run/walk
- Virtual 5 km for volunteers
On-site offerings include an arcade, bar, bags, bowling, darts, and five food vendors. The event supports mental health awareness and suicide prevention; the specific charity beneficiary will be announced in early 2027.
Early bird registration opens on October 10, 2026, World Mental Health Day. Participants who register by August 15, 2027 receive a complimentary Rock and Run t-shirt; registrations after that date may not receive a shirt due to product ordering timelines. Medals are available at packet pickup only: on September 11, 2027 from 11:00 to 13:00 at Miles T-Shirts, or at packet pickup on September 12, 2027 at the event. Registration fees vary by event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
