Found 31 races near Effingham, IL

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JUN
6

Decatur, IL
• 11.0 miles
$10 -$35
The Decatur Running Club is sponsoring a timed 5k beginning at 8 a.m. on June 6th and a Kid's Ramble at 7:30 a.m. ages 10 and under.   The start/finish will take place at the east parking lot on...
5K
30
JUN
6

Charleston, IL
• 18.6 miles
$15 -$45
Get out your running shoes and bring the whole family to Races for All Paces on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Eastern Illinois University’s O’Brien Stadium. This family-friendly event offers...
1m 5K 10K
103
JUN
13

Sullivan, IL
• 26.9 miles
$10 -$50
This is our 9th year and we continue to improve it a little more every year. This in person run will be on the trails of Tabor Park which consists of paved and some are gravel trails. The in...
1m 5K 10K Half Marathon Marathon
30
JUN
20

Newman, IL
• 50.7 miles
$40
Join us at the Inaugural Newman Freedom Festival Run, White & Blue 5K! 
5K
20
JUN
20

Olney, IL
• 47.9 miles
$20 -$25
This 5k Run and Walk is scheduled for June 20th at Richland County High School, beginning at 8 am The 5k is a fundraiser for the Olney Center Shrine to help kids in our community while raising...
5K
36
JUN
27

Mattoon, IL
• 28.5 miles
$40 -$45
Come run a one of its kind course and support a great cause.  As the name suggest, the route is in the shape of a cross.  This year's event will support the Mattoon to Peoria St. Jude Run Team! ...
5K
23
JUN
27

Effingham, IL
• 37.8 miles
Event details and schedule
1m 5K
10
JUN
27

West Salem, IL
• 50.9 miles
$18 -$30
Registration 7am-7:45am Start Time:1 mile Kids Fun Run (ages 1-10) 8am5K run/walk 8:30am Start and Finish at the First Christian Church on West Church St All ages welcome. Chip-Timed by To The...
1m 5K
3
JUL
4

Dieterich, IL
• 28.8 miles
$25 -$35
All proceeds benefit the Dieterich Community Education Foundation.                       All participants will be entered into a drawing, with the top prize being $100! Event details and...
1m 5K
28
JUL
11

Carlyle, IL
• 44.1 miles
$25
Run like it's almost midnight in the Clinton County Who's the Fairest 5K Run/Walk!   This event benefits the Clinton County Fair Pageant Programs and scholarships. Because it's about more than...
5K
26
JUL
18

Mattoon, IL
• 28.3 miles
$15 -$40
CELEBRATE BAGELFEST AT RUN FOR THE BAGEL!Join us for Mattoon’s favorite tradition! The 39th annual Run for the Bagel will be held on Saturday, July 18th. Participants choose to walk or run 5k or...
5K 10K
12
AUG
1

Johnsonville, IL
• 41.4 miles
$20 -$25
The 10th Annual Johnsonville Community Days 5K Run/Walk helps benefit the Johnsonville Community Ruritan so they can keep benefiting the Johnsonville community. The race will be held on Saturday,...
5K
AUG
1

Hutsonville, IL
• 36.1 miles
$20
We're incredibly excited about this year's event!  You can expect a 5K again, music, raffles, and good company.  Since the first Janet R. Noblitt Mosquito Chase in 2011, we've been able to give...
5K
AUG
1

Centralia, IL
• 52.0 miles
$15 -$30
9th Annual KC Blue Classic Alumni & Friends 5k Run/Walk Hosted by the Kaskaskia College Cross Country Team August 1, 2026 The race will take place on the campus of Kaskaskia College located near...
1m 5K
6
AUG
1

Mattoon, IL
• 51.5 miles
$30
Lace up and hit the trails for the Lake Land College 5K, a unique cross-country race experience winding through the scenic grounds of Lake Land College in Mattoon, Illinois! Unlike your typical...
5K
12
AUG
1

Shelbyville, IL
• 61.6 miles
$25
The Tom Short 5k course is run on the beautiful General Dacey Trail, in Shelbyville, Illinois's Forest Park.  This race is very unique, challenging and competitive!  Some of the areas elite...
1m 5K
21
AUG
2

Altamont, IL
• 11.3 miles
$20 -$30
Attention: Race Morning Registrations  -If you haven't registered you can on race morning please bring... exact change or check made out to Kinetic Timing. 5k-$26.00  1 Mile-$18.00 The Race will...
1m 5K
11
AUG
8

Effingham, IL
• 46.2 miles
$30 -$35
Bulldog Challenge - Run For Those Gone But Never Forgotten5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, & 2 Mile Fun WalkSaturday, August 9th, 2025 - 8:00 a.m.  at St. Anthony High School$30 - Early Registration for 5K,...
2m 5K 10K
11
AUG
15

Olney, IL
• 35.7 miles
$15 -$35
The 12th Annual Father Jerry 5K will take place on Saturday, August 15th at Musgrove Park. The 5K race start is 8 AM and the Fun Run will follow. Over the years, the FJ5K has become one of the...
1m 5K
30
AUG
15

Windsor, IL
• 52.4 miles
$25
The Windsor Harvest Picnic Presents the Harvest Picnic 5K, sponsored by the Windsor High School Class of 2027. The race will be on August 15th with check in beginning at 7:00 AM and the race...
5K
7