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Illinois Running Calendar 2026-2027

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Explore the best running races in Illinois for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 659 exciting races across the region. Find your next race in Illinois below and join the running community at these great events!

Half Marathons Marathons Trail Runs Triathlons Walking Events
September 2026
Sep
5
Sa

Manito Popcorn Festival 5K

Road Race Walk 5 km
Sep
6
Su

Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Bloomington

Road Race Walk 2 mi 7 km
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Bloomington A 6.6 kilometer Route 66 stop in Bloomington focused on ALS awareness, featuring a 2.1 mile shared Sidekick segment and a series medal with collectible town charms.
Sep
6
Su

Crystal Lake Half Marathon

12 km Half Marathon
Sep
6
Su

Time and a Half Relay & 5K

5 km 12 mi
Sep
6
Su

Herscher Hare & Tortoise 5K Race

Road Race Walk 2 mi 5 km
Sep
6
Su

Team Palestine for PCRF Run 4 Peace

Road Race Walk 5 km
Sep
7
Mo

Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - McLean

Road Race Walk 2 mi 7 km
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - McLean A 6.6K Route 66 run/walk in McLean with a 2.1 mile shared Sidekick segment, a series medal with Route 66 charm, and support for ALS awareness.
Sep
7
Mo

Bridge to Bridge Run

4 mi
Sep
7
Mo

JJK5K

Road Race Walk 5 km
Sep
7
Mo

Sandwich Fair Shake Up Shuffle

Road Race Walk 5 km
Sep
8
Tu

Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Lincoln

Road Race Walk 7 km
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Lincoln A 6.6K Route 66 run/walk in Lincoln on Sept 8, 2026 featuring a 2.1 mile Sidekick segment, series medals and Route 66 charms supporting ALS awareness.
Sep
9
We

Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Williamsville

Road Race Walk 2 mi 7 km
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Williamsville A 6.6K run/walk on Route 66 in Williamsville as part of a series supporting ALS awareness, featuring a shared 2.1 mile Sidekick segment and a collectible Route 66 charm.
Sep
11
Fr

Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 - Springfield

Road Race Walk 2 mi 7 km
Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 - Springfield A 6.6K run/walk through Springfield centered on the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, part of a Route 66 series supporting ALS awareness. Participants join a shared 2.1 mile Sidekick segment and earn a Route 66 charm for the series medal.
Sep
11
Fr

Woodland ROAR Run

Road Race Trail Run Walk 5 km
Sep
11
Fr

Elwood Community Days 5k Run & Walk

Road Race Walk 5 km
Sep
11-13
Fr - Su

Hobo Trail Runs

Trail Run 10 km 25 km ... 60 km 85 km
Sep
11
Fr

Popcorn Days 5K Run/Walk

5 km
Sep
12
Sa

Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Divernon

Road Race Walk 2 mi 7 km
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Divernon A 6.6K run/walk in Divernon anchored at a restored Route 66 gas station. Part of a series supporting a solo runner honoring people living with ALS and featuring a 2.1 mile shared Sidekick segment and collectible charm.
Sep
12
Sa

Pirate's Booty

Road Race Walk 5 km 10 km
Sep
12
Sa

Arcola Broom Corn Festival Race

Road Race Walk 5 km 10 km
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