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2026 Short Run Long Day 5k Run/Walk 26th Annual

Date:
Thu, Jun 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location:
Frankfort, Illinois
60423
United States
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Links:
frankfortparks.org Register at runsignup.com
Tags:
3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail Walk

Course:

The course is a 5k/3.1 mile U.S. Track & Field Certified route that takes you through the beautifully scenic Old Plank Trail and through the streets of Historic Frankfort. Water will be available on the course.

Awards:

Awards will be given for the top overall male & female and the top finisher in each age division, male & female.

Registration Fee:

$25 per person until noon June 8

$35 per person after noon on June 8 until Race Day

Post-Race Activities:

After the completion of the race, stay for the awards presentation & DJ music. For the runners/walkers there will be healthy refreshments and water. The whole family are invited to attend the post-race celebration. All items are first come and will not be replenished.

Giveaway Guarantee:

Race shirts are guaranteed to runners who registered by Wednesday, May 20.

Parking:

Parking is available @ Main Park, Frankfort Village Hall, Park District Preschool Building and neighborhood streets.

Sponsored By:

Town Center Bank

Jeffrey LaMorte Salon & Day Spa

Chicago Stem Cell Therapy

Hamstra Roofing

DOT Foods

Body Fountain

Snow Family Dental

Running for Kicks

Iron Warzone Gym

Chick-fil-A Frankfort

Chiro One

Camp Manitoqua

Palermo's Pizza

Frankfort Jewel Osco

Hinkley Springs

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Clink link to sign up:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4BACA62CA3FF2-62948774-short

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