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OCT
25

University Park, IL
• 130.5 miles
$35
Join GovState's Annual Jaguar 5K! Lace up and get ready for an unforgettable, chip-timed adventure through the scenic campus of Governors State University! Whether you’re running or walking, this...
1m 5K
28
OCT
25

Chicago, IL
• 147.0 miles
$25 -$50
  Howl-o-ween 5K is all about Running (or Walking) and supporting amazing animal shelters!  Join us on Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 9:00 am CST for an exciting "Howl-o-ween Themed" event that...
5K
7
OCT
25

Quincy, IL
• 104.2 miles
$10 -$45
Join us for the annual Tri-State Warrior Run/Walk, 5k, 10k & HALF MARATHON! New to the 2025 race...the Bob Scott Memorial Kids Fun Run! Come join us for this wonderful family event that benefits...
1m 5K 10K Half Marathon
32
OCT
25

Oswego, IL
• 123.7 miles
$25 -$55
Fraidy Cat 5k, 8k & Meow MileOctober 25th, 20269:00am - Mile 9:20 am - 8K 9:30 am - 8kOswego, IL EVENT INFORMATION - The 5K, 8K & Meow Mile races are chip-timed at the start and finish. The Meow...
1m 5K 8K
13
OCT
25

Chicago, IL
• 155.9 miles
$49 -$69
Polish Independence 10K/5K Run/Walk is a race celebrating Poland’s return as an independent country on November 11th, 1918. With a long tradition in Poland, the run has been organized annually in...
5K 10K
8
OCT
25

Lincolnshire, IL
• 166.2 miles
$40 -$55
Don your spookiest costume and join us for our Halloween Hustle 5k run/walk through the beautiful streets of Lincolnshire, IL. Celebrate with us afterwards at our post-race party at Half Day...
5K
1
OCT
30

Vandalia, IL
• 79.4 miles
$50 -$60
Step into Halloween weekend with a Friday‑night run through historic Vandalia as the Spirits Run Illinois Adventure Series brings its Halloween Eve 5K to The Copper Penny. This twilight event...
5K
19
OCT
31

Oblong, IL
• 110.5 miles
$30
We are beyond excited to have you join us for the “Race Through the Decades – 5K for the Kids!” Whether you’re walking in the park or running the course, we’re grateful for everyone who has said...
5K
5
OCT
31

Rock Falls, IL
• 117.6 miles
$10 -$30
3rd Annual First Responder 5KHosted by Rock Falls Fire Fighters Association Local 3291Join us for a fun-filled Halloween morning at the 3rd Annual First Responder 5K! This family-friendly...
5K
7
OCT
31

Johnston City, IL
• 158.7 miles
$20 -$30
FOLLOW THE FACEBOOK EVENT FOR MOST UP TO DATE INFORMATION AND POSTS Come run/walk a 5K at Linemen's Lounge in Johnston City, Illinois on Saturday morning October 31st, 2026. The run will begin at...
5K
3
OCT
31

Chicago, IL
• 153.4 miles
$40 -$65
Chicago’s Most Unique 5K Race Amid the lively colors and culture of Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood, runners and walkers come together to celebrate Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead! Join us for...
5K
NOV
1

Urbana, IL
• 25.8 miles
$30 -$35
The 27th annual Rattlesnake Master Run for the Prairie includes a 10K and 5K run and 5K walk that benefits Grand Prairie Friends, a non-profit land trust and conservation group in central...
5K 10K
45
NOV
1

Champaign, IL
• 59.5 miles
$10 -$45
The Champaign‑Urbana Special Recreation Cupcake 5K is more than a race — it’s a celebration of inclusion, ability, and community. This timed, accessible event finishes with a well-earned cupcake...
5K
44
NOV
7

Danville, IL
• 95.6 miles
$25 -$30
10th Annual Veteran's Day 5K Fundraiser for the American Legion Post 210.   Registration: Online Registration is available until November 6th Race Day Registration: 9:30 am to 10:30 am PRICE...
5K
33
NOV
7

La Grange Park, IL
• 146.1 miles
$20 -$150
*NEW: Please consider a donation of CEREAL and/or OATMEAL for the St. Francis Food Pantry. There will be a collection box at packet pickup, on site race day, and at the after party.   RACE BIB...
5K 5m
36
NOV
7

Belleville, IL
• 50.5 miles
$30 -$55
Like Running?  Love Wine?  This race is for you!  Join us on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 9:00am for our annual Turkey Trot event that features the amazing scenery and landscape of Eckert's...
5K
19
NOV
8

JingleBell, IL
$50 -$55
This registration page is for Race Weekend registration only.  If you wish to register in advance, please go to: https://www.arthritis.org/events/jbr 
1m 5K
2
NOV
8

Normal, IL
• 38.5 miles
$25 -$55
Get ready for this year’s Jingle Bell Run, the original festive race for charity brought to you by the Arthritis Foundation. Wear your favorite holiday gear, and let's jingle all the way toward a...
1m 5K
3
NOV
8

Collinsville, IL
• 104.0 miles
$30 -$35
Mark your calendars and plan to join us on Sunday, November 8, 2026, for our number 1 fundraiser of the year! The Annual City of the Sun 5K Trail Run takes participants to sections of the Site...
5K
4
NOV
14

Peoria, IL
• 5.1 miles
$20 -$30
14th Annual Storm the Castle 5K Walk/Run Saturday, November 15th @ 9:00 AM Chip Timing & Online Registration optionSign up Online @ runsignup.com/Race/IL/Peoria/StormtheCastle5KWalkRunJoin us at...
5K
48