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Walking Events Calendar near Lexington 2026-2027

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Explore the top walking events near Lexington for 2026-2027! We've gathered 13 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.

August 2026
Aug
2
Su

Dawson Lake Dash

Road Race Walk 4 mi
Walkers can choose a 3.5 Miles road route around the rolling hills of Dawson Lake in Moraine View State Park in LeRoy, Illinois, or a family friendly 1 Miles untimed walk with kids and pups. Walkers receive a finisher DOG-tag and bib pickup i..
Aug
22
Sa

Fairbury Fair 5K

Road Race Walk 2 mi
The event offers an untimed 2 Miles walk that starts and finishes at the Fairbury Fairgrounds. Walkers must complete registration online prior to arriving as there is no paper registration on race day.
September 2026
Sep
4
Fr

Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Pontiac

Road Race Walk
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Pontiac Walkers follow a paved Route 66 course from Old Log Cabin, 18700 Old Rte 66, Pontiac, passing murals, museums and classic Route 66 landmarks over 6.6K as a run/walk. The event includes a shared 2.1 mile Sidekick segment and supports ALS aware..
Sep
6
Su

Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Bloomington

Road Race Walk
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Bloomington Walkers follow a scenic 6.6K Route 66 course starting at Cruisin’ with Lincoln on 66 Visitors Center, passing Bloomington Route 66 landmarks and historic corridor. A 2.1 mile shared Sidekick segment joins the solo Route 66 runner for a symbol..
Sep
12
Sa

Cornell Days 5k

Road Race Walk
Walkers have a 1 Miles fun run walk starting at Clinton Keith Mills Memorial Park and heading into the Cornell countryside. The out and back course follows county black top roads and runs alongside the 5K run, with a breakfast cookout after the r..
October 2026
Oct
3
Sa

Run the Woods

Trail Run Walk
An untimed trail walk of 1 Miles at Timber Pointe Outdoor Center, 20 Timber Pointe Lane, Hudson, IL, takes place on trails. The walk runs alongside the running races and has packet pickup available at Timber Pointe.
Oct
17
Sa

Snyder Shriners 5K

Road Race Walk
Walkers can take part in the 5K or the 5K Virtual on a USATF certified course starting at 1 Brickyard Drive, Bloomington IL with packet pickup at Tentac Enterprises.
Oct
24
Sa

Illinois State University Homecoming Town and Gown 5K

Road Race Walk
Walkers are offered a 1 Mile Fun Walk or a 3.1 Miles 5K starting at the Student Fitness Center, 347 S University St, on a course through Uptown Normal and around campus. One water stop is on course, refreshments follow, strollers are welcomed and..
Oct
31
Sa

Howl-O-Ween Hustle

Road Race Walk 5 km
Walkers choose 1 Miles or 3 Miles routes around The Corn Crib and onto Heartland Community College campus in Normal IL. Dogs are welcome on leash and kids 12 and younger register free; adoption and pet costume activities follow.
November 2026
Nov
8
Su

The Redder for Edder Run

Road Race Walk 3 mi
Walkers follow a 3 Miles course at Maxwell Park in Normal, IL, as part of the community event remembering Edder. Entry fee is $15 and all proceeds benefit Edder's family.
Nov
8
Su

Jingle Bell Run Central Illinois

Road Race Walk
Walkers can choose 5K or 1 Mile routes on pavement starting at 1500 W Raab Road, Normal IL alongside the running races.
Nov
26
Th

City of Bloomington Turkey Trot

Road Race Walk 2 mi
Walkers follow a 1.5 miles route at Miller Park alongside running races; registration is free, the event is untimed and no awards are given, with food donations accepted and limited shirts for sale.
May 2027
May
8
Sa

Lace Up for a Cause 5K

Road Race Walk
Walkers can choose the relaxed 2K walk starting at Tipton Trail Parking, held outdoors along the event course. The route runs alongside the running races and features STEAM Quest activities around the course, making it family friendly.
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