Run for Heroes Half Marathon

MAY
23
2026
The Run for Heroes features a half marathon, 10K, and 5K on the scenic Tunnel Hill Trail in Vienna, Illinois. It's a community event with a free kids run, awards for all distances, and a finisher medal for half marathon participants. Enjoy food vendors, music, and a festive atmosphere.
Sat 23 May 2026
Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Run for Heroes Half Marathon takes place on a Saturday in May at Vienna City Park on the Tunnel Hill Trail in Vienna, Illinois. The event features multiple race distances, a free kids run, and is part of a larger community day that includes a separate cycling event.

Race Details

The event offers four participant categories:

  • Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
  • 10K (6.24 miles)
  • 5K (3.12 miles)
  • FREE Kids Run

All running courses are out-and-back routes on the Tunnel Hill Trail, starting and finishing near the trail office. The kids run is free and open to children aged 1-12. Professional race timing is provided by To The Finish timing.

Awards and Amenities

Awards are given for each race (5K, 10K, and Half Marathon), including overall male and female winners, as well as age group winners (1-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-99). Finishers of the Half Marathon receive a commemorative medal. A support station (SAG) with drinks and snacks, plus a SAG driver, will be available during the run.

Additional Information

Early packet pickup is available at the Forman Depot Museum on race day. The event includes food vendors, a snow cone stand, and music provided by the Vienna High School Tech Team. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
5 km
Free Kids Run