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• Sep

  12

  Sat
  Hope Fest 5K Walk/Run & Kids Fun Run

  Marion, Illinois, 62959, United States
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  Distance: 15.5 km from Carterville

  Sat, Sep 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM

  3rd ANNUAL

  HOPE FEST 5K WALK/RUN

  & KID’S FUN RUN

  Registration Table Opens 9:00 A.M.

  SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th, 2026 (RAIN OR SHINE)

  Beginning on the Grounds of Community of Faith Church, Marion, IL

  Registration Begins @9:00 A.M., Pre-Event Gathering & Briefing @ 9:55 A.M., Event Starts @10:00 A.M.

  All proceeds benefit the Herrin House of Hope & Hands of Hope Foundation’s Operations in Herrin, including our Meal program, Thrift Store, Food Distribution Ctr., Children’s Summer Feeding Program, AmeriCorps Job Training Program, GED Program in Partnership with J.A. Logan and our future Phase 2 plans to launch the new Hope Food Distribution Ctr, Hope Community Wellness GAP Clinic & Hope Emergency Shelter.

  https://www.hopefestevent.org

  TIME SCHEDULE:

  9:00-9:55 A.M. – REGISTRATION OPENS

  9:55 A.M. – PRE-WALK/RUN GATHERING & BRIEFING

  10:00 A.M. – 5K RUN START

  10:01 A.M. – 5K WALK START

  10:40 A.M. – ½ Mile KID’S FUN RUN BRIEFING

  10:45 A.M. – ½ Mile KID’S FUN RUN START

  PACKETS AVAILABLE ON SITE:

  9:00 A.M. TILL 9:55 A.M. ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th, 2026 at Race Site

  REGISTRATION: (Fee includes Hope Fest 5K T-Shirt* & Free Hope Fest Race Day Wristband for Admission for you to enjoy Hope Fest after the Race)

  $25 – 5K Pre-Paid on Runsignup.com (*Guaranteed 5K T-Shirt) or Can Pay On-site Day of the Race (*As Supplies are Available)

  $15 – KID’S FUN RUN – REGISTRATION OPEN TILL 9:55 A.M. DAY OF THE RACE

  **Pre-registered Hope Fest 5K by Noon on Wednesday, September 3 on our Runsignup.com or by mail to receive the Guaranteed 5K T-Shirt. On-site Day of the Race Registration will receive the 5K Shirt as supplies are available.

  LOCATION:

  On the Grounds of COMMUNITY OF FAITH CHURCH, 5208 Meadowland Pkwy, Marion, IL 62959 (Near the Airport 300 Yds on the SE corner off Rt #13 & #148)

  RACE STARTS AND FINISHES IN THE SAME GENERAL AREA.

  COURSE:

  VERY FLAT, FAST, ALL ASPHALT or CONCRETE COURSE.

  AWARDS:

  • AWARDS TO THE TOP THREE RUNNERS MALE AND FEMALE & IN EACH 10 YEAR AGE GROUP:

  9 & UNDER, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & OVER

  • THE TOP 3 WALKERS WILL RECEIVE AWARDS (MALE / FEMALE)

  • KID’S ½ MILE FUN RUN (AGES 10 & UNDER): SPECIAL AWARDS TO THE TOP THREE KID'S FUN RUN FINISHERS

  • EACH KID'S FUN RUN FINISHER RECEIVES A FINISHER’S AWARD.

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• Sep

  19

  Sat
  For Kids' Sake International Superhero 5K

  1010 N. Glenview Drive, Carbondale, Illinois, 62901, United States
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  Distance: 13 km from Carterville

  Sat, Sep 19, 2026 at 9:00 AM

  The 13th For Kids' Sake International Superhero 5K is back! This year's Superhero 5K will be a hybrid race - you can join us at the starting line on Saturday, September 20, at 9am at Turley Park (1010 N. Glenview Dr, Carbondale, IL) or run/walk anywhere in the universe!

  Superheroes save lives, which is exactly what you do when you participate in this race. All proceeds support, educate, and empower children, orphans, students, and families with the basic necessities of food, clothing, shelter, healthcare and education in Bangladesh, The Gambia, and Southern Illinois. Be a true Superhero, and fundraise for the kids here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/48922/BecomeFundraiser

  Save the Kids! Raise $350+ to provide basic needs & education for kids and you'll receive an FKSI Carhartt backpack!

  Pre-Register by Thursday, Sept. 4th to guarantee your t-shirt; Adults $25, Kids $15 (17 & under)

  Race packet pick-up: Friday, Sept 19, 5-6pm at Turley Park in Carbondale, IL OR shipping available

  Day of Registration opens at 8:00am; t-shirts available while supplies last

  Win Prizes for Most Money Raised, Fastest Times, Best Superhero Costumes, and more

  Win Race Awards for 1st and 2nd place in each 5-year age category (in-person only); 1-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-99

  Run/Walk the certified Superhero 5K course in-person on Sept. 20 with chip timing by To The Finish OR run/walk your 5K anywhere in the galaxy and log results on the race website

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• Sep

  26

  Sat
  Centerstone's 4th Annual Life;Story 5K Run/Walk for Suicide Prevention - Illinois

  1401 N. Otis Street, Marion, Illinois, 62959, United States
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  Distance: 16 km from Carterville

  Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 8:00 AM

  Life;Story is Centerstone’s national walk/run for suicide prevention, bringing communities together across Illinois, Tennessee, and Florida for a day of hope, healing, and connection.

  Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome—from seasoned runners to families with strollers, toddlers in the kids’ races, and pups on leashes. Whether you join us in person or virtually, you’ll be part of a meaningful experience that uplifts those impacted by suicide and celebrates the courage it takes to keep going.

  The semicolon in Life;Story symbolizes a pause—not an ending—and reflects the belief that every person’s story has more ahead. This event carries that spirit forward with a supportive, energizing atmosphere filled with community vendors, mental health resources, free giveaways, and crowd-favorite perks like an event T‑shirt, finisher medal, and our curated Spotify playlist.

  Proceeds from Life;Story help Centerstone provide mental health and addiction services for individuals with limited or no resources. By participating, you’re helping save lives, strengthening your community, and reminding others that their story matters—and that it’s far from over.

  A $5 discount is available to 1st Responders using promo code, 1STRESPONDER5, and to Military/Veterans using promo code MILITARY5.

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• Oct

  10

  Sat
  Arrowhead Endurance Run

  1600 Peterson Ave, Johnston City, Illinois, 62951, United States
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  Distance: 17.8 km from Carterville

  Sat, Oct 10, 2026

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• Oct

  10

  Sat
  Operation Jake

  1010 N 5th Street, Herrin, Illinois, 62948, United States
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  Distance: 8.9 km from Carterville

  Sat, Oct 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM

  Join us for our 1st Annual 5K Run or Walk, Operation: Jake.

  What is Down the Leash Service Dogs?

  A 501(C)3 Veteran ran Non-Profit Organization that provides an environment for our nations heroes to not only train their Service Dogs, but also provides a safe environment with a family like atmosphere. Down the Leash Service Dogs teaches basic and advanced dog handling skills where the Veteran works alongside their service partner, building a bond as they go.

  When is the Race?

  Saturday October 10th 2026, we are excited to once again be hosting the race at the Herrin Park District Park in Herrin, Illinois, who has welcomed us back with open arms.

  The Race will begin with packet pickup at 9am, followed by an Opening Ceremony with a Presention of Colors at 10:30am. The race will begin immediately following the completion of the opening ceremony.

  Stay Tuned for an announcement on other fun things we have planned for the day of the race!

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