Schon Park 3/6/9 Endurance Runs

Hosted by the Metro Milers running club, the Route 66 10K features as part of the City of Edwardsville's Route 66 Festival. The festival and race are held in Edwardsville's City Park on the same Saturday as the festival every year in June.

As of the best races in the Midwest, the Route 66 10K is regularly the RRCA's Championship 10K those years it is eligible. This event is tailored to be enjoyed by all who participate as runners, walkers, and volunteers. Being a community-oriented event, a portion of the race budget is dedicated every year to benefit local not-for-profit organizations, and proceeds are used to promote physical fitness and activity in the Metro East.

Age group awards (in 5 year bins) will be awarded to in person participants, and all registrants will receive a high quality technical shirt and finisher swag item.

RACE VENUE

City Park

101 S Buchanan St

Edwardsville, IL 62025 ​

PARKING

Parking recommendations will be sent to participants with their race day instructions.

REGISTRATION DISCLAIMER

Race organizers reserve the right to close registration due to capacity limits.

Race organizers reserve the right to delay or cancel event due to extreme weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.

The following are prohibited during the race: pets, baby joggers/strollers, in-line skates, bicycles, and any other non-official wheeled vehicles.

All registrations are final and there are no refunds.

Please contact our Race Director with any questions or concerns about your registration at [email protected].

PACKET PICK UP

Registered participants are required to pick up their packet before the start of the race. You packet includes your race bib and timing chip. If you're unable to attend packet pick-up, someone may pick up your packet on your behalf.

Please choose one of the following packet pick up options:

Friday pick-up Noon - 6:00 PM

Location TBD

​Saturday, race day 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM

At City Park, at the Metro Milers tent on the park grounds

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

6:30 AM Packet pick-up opens

7:45 AM Packet pick-up closes

8:00 AM Race start

10:00 AM Awards ceremony at the park bandstand

BIB TRANSFERS

Allowing a non-registered runner to use your bib is NOT PERMITTED. There are two reasons for this rule.

1. All registered participants will sign a waiver agreeing to the race rules during the registration process. Additionally, runners will receive detailed information from us days leading up to the event with updated safety requirements. Non-registered runners will not have signed the waiver and will not have received communication from us.

2. Our race insurance covers registered runners only. It does not cover someone who is running under someone else's name/bib number.

WATER STATIONS

Hydration stops will be placed along the race route (indicated on the course map), and will have water and Gatorade available.

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PARTICIPANT SHIRT & FINISHER SWAG

All participants who finish either in person will receive a Leslie Jordan brand technical shirt, and an additional swag item. Virtual participants will have their finisher items mailed or delivered.

TIMING & RESULTS

This race will use bib tag timing. Your timing chip will be affixed to the back side of your bib number. Please do not remove your timing chip.

Live race day results provided by Final Lap Racing.

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AWARDS

Awards will be given to top three finishers in the following group categories for in person participants only:

Overall, Overall Masters (40+), 14 and younger, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.

​​QUESTIONS?

We look forward to seeing you on race morning!

Please send us questions/concerns at [email protected]

Join us for the Annual Glen Carbon Covered Bridge 5K held on June 20th, 2026, at 8:00 am.

Runners will run down the MCT Ronald J Foster Heritage Trail for a flat, fast, out-and-back route. The event features a 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk (non-timed).

Finisher's medals for all kids in 1 Mile Fun Run!

Plan to return to the Glen Carbon Homecoming in the evening, to ride rides, eat, play games, and browse the vendor tents!

Event details and schedule

Early Packet Pickup:

June 19th - Packet pickup at Glen Carbon Village Hall from 3 PM-6 PM

June 20th Event Schedule:

6:30 am-8:00 am - Race Day registration and Bib & Shirt pickup

8:00am - 5K run starts

9:00 am - 1 Mile run starts

9:30 am - Awards ceremony on stage in front of the Covered Bridge.

Awards: Top 3 Male/Female Overall and Top 3 Male/Female in each age category - 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+

Live race day results provided by Final Lap Racing.

The Watershed Endurance 6Hr/3Hr Run is an unique event to challenge an individual’s physical abilities hosted by Final Lap Racing. The event will consist of a 3-hour and 6-hour timed run taking place on the 1 Mile path around the Watershed Nature Center. Participants can run, jog, walk or even take a break in between loops. The event is to see how many miles individuals can complete within the 3 or 6 hours limit. Event is limited to 120 participants. So, how far can you go?

Both distances will end at midnight. Participants will be required to wear a headlamp, waist lamp or carry a light after sunset.

Times

6 HR – Start 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM

3 HR – Start 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM

Packet Pickup

Early packet pickup – Friday, August 7th - 3:00 PM-6:00 PM at Runwell, 142 N Main St, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Race day - 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM in front of the Watershed Nature Center Welcome Center.

In-person registration will be available during Packet Pickup hours on Friday and Race Day

Awards

Male & Female Overall in both races.

Top 2 Male & Female age group winners – 29 & under, 30-30, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ in both races.

Top Male/Female Ruck division winner in both races. Weight minimum - 20lbs for Female and 30lbs for Men. Packs will be weighted during pickup on race day.

*Awards will be based on the number of loops completed AND the fastest finish time within the time limit.

Aid Station

An aid station tent will be setup near the Welcome Center. This will be supplied with water, electrolyte drink, energy gels, fruit, snacks and first aid. There will be no cooked food on-site. Participants are encouraged to provide their own aid during event. Event will be a CUP-FREE event to minimize the trash in the landfills. Restrooms will be available inside the Welcome Center and in parking lot near basketball/sand volleyball courts.

Per City permits - NO grills or open flames allowed on property

Course

The course is a 1.01 Mile loop from the walking path leading to the Welcome Center. The route surface is 50% crushed limestone and 50% pavement.

Course direction changes each year. Even years - Clockwise, Odd years - Counterclockwise

Results

Results will be posted live during the event on the RunSignUp event page. Results will also be posted on UltraSignUp within 24 hours of the conclusion of event.

Live race day results provided by Final Lap Racing.

Join the Fun at the 11th Annual Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run & Pancake Breakfast

Saturday, Sept. 26th | 9 a.m. | SIUE Stratton Quad

All Roads Lead Home to the 11th Annual Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run & Pancake Breakfast, part of SIUE’s Homecoming & Family Weekend and in commemoration of the Route 66 Centennial Celebration! Choose from a 10K, 5K, or Fun Run: whether you’re a competitive runner or just in it for the pancakes, there’s something for everyone.

Special $5 Discount for SIUE Alumni and Discounted Pricing for Current SIUE Students!

We’re excited to offer a discounted registration rate exclusively for SIUE alumni and current students. It’s our way of saying thank you for being part of the Cougar community!

This signature event is open to alumni, students, faculty, staff, and the entire community. Even better, your participation helps support the SIUE Alumni Association Scholarship and Programs, which provide over $20,000 annually in scholarships to deserving students and deliver meaningful programming for alumni.

After you cross the finish line, stick around for a complimentary pancake breakfast from Chris Cakes and—for those 21 and older—a refreshing post-run beer from Global Brew.

Dogs are welcome to join the fun! 🐾

Important Shirt Note

To guarantee your official Cougars Unleashed race shirt, be sure to register by Friday, September 4th!

Run. Support. Celebrate. All Roads Lead Home.

Learn more about SIUE Homecoming & Family Weekend at siue.edu/homecoming-family-weekend

Race timing provided by Final Lap Racing