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• Aug

  01

  Sat
  Tom Short 5K

  General Dacey Trail, Shelbyville, Illinois, 62565, United States
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  Distance: 43.4 km from Decatur

  Sat, Aug 01, 2026 at 8:00 AM

  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 athletes from colleges and high schools come to take on the difficult course and break the course record set in 2018, a time of 15:29! It's a great race for spectators as you can see the runners from many locations and cheer them on as they finish the race - creating an awesome atmosphere!

  Finishing in the Top 10 at the Tom Short 5K is a huge accomplishment and if you do, you will receive an additional Tom Short Race Shirt with your place on it!

  If you like being a part of a team, we have an option for team cross country scoring. Form a team of five runners and sign-up on race day for the team competition. After the race has finished we take each of your individual places and add them up for a total team score. We have a Male, Female & Mixed Team Division. The winners of each group will go home with a plaque!

  Our post race refreshments are what we are known for and they are FANTASTIC!!!

  Popsicles - Chocolate Bars - Chocolate Milk - Cookies - Granola Bars - Fruit - And More!

  The refreshments are one of the ways to celebrate a great run and after the awards have been handed out, head to the Shelbyville Family Aquatic Center where we continue the celebration with a post race party at the pool. All participants and their families are welcome to join us and we also host a "BIG SPLASH" event for all ages! If, in your age group, you have the biggest splash, you will win a pair of Tom Short Race Shorts!

  The Tom Short 5K Race is one of our favorite events of the year and we want you to be a part of it! We hope to see you on the Trail!

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• Sep

  26

  Sat
  13th Annual Swifty Swine 5K

  Clinton, Illinois, 61727, United States
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  Distance: 40.3 km from Decatur

  Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 8:00 AM

  The 13th annual Swifty Swine 5K takes place on a scenic course during the weekend of Clinton's 59th Apple and Pork Festival.

  The event includes yummy post-race snacks, homemade finishers medals, and trophies to 1st and 2nd male/female finishers in all age categories.

  We also have a FREE Piglet Prance for our wee little runners. Come enjoy this family-friendly event!

  Event details and schedule:

  • Bib Chipped Timing System - Race results sent day of the race

  • Participants in the 5K run will be grouped in the following categories: 10 & under; 11-17; 18-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60+

  • Trophies awarded to the 1st and 2nd overall male & female runners in each age category, with handmade finisher's medals for each 5K participant

  • Businesses who sponsor the race are encouraged to run individually as well as in teams of 4-6 to compete for our very first "Swifty Business" trophy, new in 2025 - Businesses must email the Race Coordinator at [email protected] to declare the names of your runners and your Team Captain

  Entry Fee

  $25 if registered by September 17, 2026

  $30 if registered from 9/18/26 to race day

  T-shirts guaranteed if registered by 9/17/26

  · Packet pickup and day-of-race registration begins at 7:00am on race day

  · Race begins at 8:00 AM, with awards following at approximately 9:30 AM

  · Follow the signs on race day for parking and registration.

  · FREE Piglet Prance for kids 8 and under will begin following the race.

  Please see our Facebook page for race updates and this year’s course map!

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• Oct

  02

  Fri
  Shoreline Classic

  2475 Pavilion Drive, Decatur, Illinois, 62521, United States
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  Distance: 6.1 km from Decatur

  Fri, Oct 02, 2026 at 6:00 PM

  The DRC Shoreline Classic is the premier Road Race in downstate Illinois. This event draws runners and spectators from across the state of Illinois. The race provides both a competitive and recreational event for athletes while promoting the value of living a healthy lifestyle. Both the USATF Certified 5K and 15K races are run along the shores of beautiful Lake Decatur in a colorful fall setting. The 5K race offers runners a fast course, while the 15K features a rolling terrain. The tot trots are a great way to involve our young runners while promoting Shoreline as a family event.

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• Oct

  03

  Sat
  OCI Therapy 2026 5K

  Sangamon County, Illinois, 62563, United States
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  Distance: 49.8 km from Decatur

  Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 8:00 AM

  Come join OCI Therapy and experience the thrill of a 5K race while supporting Midwest Mission at the Rochester Community Park! Dust off your running shoes and mark your calendars for a remarkable event that combines fitness, community, and a noble cause.

  On race day, join a vibrant community of participants, united in their commitment to make a positive impact on the lives of others. Exchange smiles and words of encouragement with fellow runners as you all approach the 8:00 am start time. Check-in will begin at 7:00 am by the Snack Bar/Pavilion.

  Giveaways include a one of a kind OCI Therapy 5K t-shirt that commemorates your participation and support. Only those who register on or before 9/26 are guaranteed a t-shirt.

  Overall and Age Bracket awards will be in 10-year brackets for both men and women participants. First place overall female and male runners will receive a gift basket, courtesy of Wellthy Juice Co., and a $25 gift card to the Springfield Running Center!

  Don't want to run, but still want to support the cause? Feel free to hit the "Donate" tab! We hope to see you on race day!

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• Oct

  25

  Sun
  Allerton Park Trail Run

  Monticello, Illinois, 61856, United States
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  Distance: 42.9 km from Decatur

  Sun, Oct 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM

  Second Wind Running Club welcomes you to the Allerton Park Trail Run!

  Let's hit the trails! A good portion of the 5.7-mile course follows the Sangamon River which has proven quite challenging over the years. Runners may find hidden roots, ruts, sharp turns, and other obstacles. We donate a portion of the proceeds back to Allerton Park for trail maintenance or park enhancements. Our donations have been used towards a railing at a dangerous spot, trail erosion control, recycle bins, water fountain bottle filling station, a new café in the visitor's center, and more. We feel quite fortunate that the park allows us to bring so many into it and pound the trails!

  Can't join us on race day 10/25/26? Sign-up for the VIRTUAL options instead! Please note that you will not be eligible for any age-group awards. Virtual results can be entered from 10/25/26 through 10/31/26.

  Want to receive a race shirt? Deadline to register and guarantee a shirt is Wednesday, October 14th, 2026.

  Don't want a race shirt? No problem! Select 'no shirt' instead of a size from the drop-down box during registration.

  If participating in this race will qualify you for the Monticello Triple Crown, you MUST register by Wednesday, October 14th, 2026.

  The race ends in the meadow where you can gather with family and friends. With the race close to Halloween, we'd love to see costumes out on the trails! Stay after the race for the overall 5.7-mile trail run awards (top male, top female, top male masters, top female masters), age group awards (top 3 M/F; 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+). The 2-mile nature walk is non-competitive and no awards will be given for this event. Door prizes and costume contest prizes will be given as well!

  Registration is via this page only and will end promptly on race day, October 25th, at 8:30am.

  Volunteers needed! Even if you register for either activity (Trail Run or Nature Walk) for Sunday October 25th, 2026, you can also volunteer. Responsibilities will vary based on the opportunity you sign up for. The Race Director, a volunteer captain, or team lead will be available to provide direction or guidance as needed. Other experienced volunteers can also provide insights and advice. Further instructions and possibly training as needed or requested will be provided closer to the day of the event.

  For safety purposes, no dogs allowed on the trail run or the nature walk.

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