Sylvan Shuffle

AUG

29

2026

Join the Sylvan Shuffle 5K in Amboy for a friendly community run that winds past local schools and finishes at the historic train depot. Proceeds benefit the Amboy Education Foundation to support teachers and students.

Sat 29 Aug 2026

Amboy, Illinois

Registration

5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Sylvan Shuffle is a community running event in Amboy, Illinois, held on August 29, 2026. The main event is a 5K Run/Walk organized by Sylvan Shuffle. Registration is listed at $25, with a youth price of $15 for ages 0-18. The listed price increases after August 28, 2026.

Course and purpose

The race starts on the track at Amboy High School, passes the Elementary School and the old Jr. High School, goes through the Sports Park, and finishes in front of the historic train depot. The course is USATF certified and is described as relatively flat. The event is one of three sponsored by the Amboy Education Foundation; the sponsorship supports the Amboy School District by providing resources to aid teachers and students.