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2026 Meatballs on the Run 5K

Date:
Sun, May 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location:
305 N Main St
Macoupin County, Illinois
62009
United States
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Links:
runsignup.com
Tags:
5k Run Walk

🏃‍♂️🍝 Introducing the INAUGURAL 2026 Meatballs on the Run 5K! 🍝🏃‍♀️

Proudly sponsored by the Gillespie Cross Country Boosters

For the first time ever during the 72nd Annual Benld Italian-American Days, we’re adding a little cardio before the carbs!

  • Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026

  • Start Time: 9:00 AM

  • Location: Benld City Park

Join us for the inaugural Meatballs on the Run 5K, whether you’re a competitive runner, casual jogger, or firmly in the “I’m walking and that’s final” category — everyone is welcome!

Why run? It’s simple:

  • 👉 Get your workout in.

  • 👉 Feel accomplished.

  • 👉 Then reward yourself with a plate of FREE festival spaghetti later that morning.

We call that elite-level carb strategy. 💪🍝

  • Registration Fee: $35

  • Includes: Official event t-shirt (proof you earned your noodles!) 👕

Be part of year one of what might just become Benld’s newest tradition. Come for the run, stay for the sauce, and celebrate 72 years of community and culture!

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