Run the Rock 10K
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Run the Rock 5K and 10K at Rock Island Arsenal
Run the Rock is a community road race held on the Rock Island Arsenal in Rock Island, Illinois, at 301 Gillespie Street BLDG 301. The main event includes the following distances:
- 5K
- 10K
The course is described as flat and fast and runs against the historic backdrop of the Rock Island Arsenal and the Mississippi River. Races for children occur the evening before the main races and include several short distances such as a 100 yard dash, 1/2 mile, 1 mile, and 2 mile.
The race is part of a broader Armed Forces Day weekend of activities on the Arsenal grounds. Weekend activities include live music, food and vendor areas, military displays, a car show, and fireworks. The event is presented as a community-focused way to recognize Armed Forces Day while offering multiple race distances for different age groups. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
