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Date:
Sat, Aug 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Location:
308 Uncas St.
LaSalle County, Illinois
61370
United States
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3.1 Miles 5k Fun Run Run

Friday, August 28th, 2026 at 7 PM

Registration:

  • $25 if registered by 8/14

  • $75- Family Special 4+ from same household - by 8/14 only (1 form per participant)

  • $30 if registered from 8/15- Race day (T-shirt not guaranteed)

  • NO REFUNDS & NO TRANSFERS

Packet Pick Up:

  • 6:00- 7:00 PM at Village Hall, 308 Uncas St. Tonica, IL

Awards:

  • Overall male & female (plaque)

  • Top Tonica resident male & female (plaque)

  • Top 3 male and female in each age division (medal)

Age Groups: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+ (more age groups this year!)

Course:

  • Chip-timed by Racing Expectations

  • USA Track and Field Certified #IL23005NM

  • Out and back course that starts and ends at Village Hall

  • Restrooms and refreshments available after the race

Special Features:

  • Drink voucher included with registration for participants 21+

  • Challenges & an opportunity to win a cash prize!

  • FREE Kids' Fun Run @ 6:45 PM. No registration is required. For ages 10 & under. Medals for all participants.

Questions? Contact Amber Heider (815) 481-4657

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