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The Big Run - Bloomington Illinois

Date:
Wed, Jun 03, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Location:
Bloomington, Illinois
61704
United States
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Links:
fleetfeetbloomington.com Register at runsignup.com
Tags:
1 Miles 3.1 Miles Run Trail

Celebrate Global Running Day with us June 3!

Celebrate what makes running fun — high-fives, endorphins, good friends. Hang with Fleet Feet and Brooks on Global Running Day, run a breezy 3.1 miles and make The Big Run an epic party.

Race Info

The race takes place at Tipton Park (2405 General Electric Road, Bloomington) and is an out and back on Constitution Trail. The Kids One Mile Run starts at 5:30 pm and the 5K starts at 6:00 pm.

Race Fees

5K early bird pricing is only $15! On 5/21 the price increases to $20. The Kids Run is $10.

Bib Pickup

Bib pickup will be available at Fleet Feet Bloomington during regular business hours from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm on Tuesday. You can also pick up your bib at Tipton Park before the race on Wednesday from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm.

Swag

There are no age group awards but all participants will receive a finisher's medal for each race. There is an option to pre-order a cotton unisex race t-shirt for $20 when you register. T-shirt deadline is May 21.

Help Us Give Back

Through our charitable arm, Do the Run Thing™, Fleet Feet has partnered with Girls on the Run so we can help more girls cross more finish lines. Why? Because everyone benefits when we support our kids. You will have the opportunity to make an optional donation when you register.

Stay Inspired

Not sure where to start? Join our Big Run Training Program and we will get you to the finish line. Or come see us at the store so we can outfit you in the best gear, talk about your goals and make sure you meet them.

Participant Limit

150 total participant - this is a FIRM participant limit - we only order enough medals for these participants!

Volunteer

We need lots of volunteers to help make our events a success. Click the volunteer link to sign up to help or share this information with your friends and family.

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