Run the Plank 5k

JUN
20
2026
Join Run the Plank 5k in Ottawa, IL on June 20 to support the Ottawa Township High School cross country team. Enjoy a scenic certified course along the river walk and I&M Canal with chip timing, live music and post race refreshments.
Sat 20 Jun 2026
5 kilometers

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Run the Plank 5k : Ottawa, IL

Run the Plank 5k takes place on June 20, 2026, in Ottawa, Illinois, at 211 E. Main St. The event raises funds to support the Ottawa Township High School Cross Country Team. The course starts and finishes at Ottawa High School, runs through the river walk and the I&M Canal, and follows the east side of town. The distance is certified at 3.1 miles and the race is chip timed by Racing Expectations with live results. Traffic is controlled along the course. Live music will be present, and water and refreshments will be available at the finish. The event is held rain or shine; if canceled for extreme weather there will be no make-up date.

Events

  • 5k
  • 5k Virtual

Early registration fee is listed as $30, with a later registration fee of $35. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Virtual