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Byron Rocks 5k & 10k - Run it. Walk it. Ruck it.

Date:
Sat, May 02, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Location:
Ogle County, Illinois
61010
United States
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Links:
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10k 3.1 Miles 5k 6.2 Miles Run Walk

Byron Racks 5K & 10K is a family-friendly community race welcoming runners, walkers, and ruckers of all abilities. Whether you’re chasing a PR, enjoying a fun walk with friends, or carrying weight for an extra challenge, this event is about movement, community, and hometown pride.

Divisions: 5K Run/Walk • 10K Run/Walk • 5K Ruck • 10K Ruck

Course: Same course for run/walk and ruck divisions

Timing: All participants will be timed.

Important: Ruck participants must carry required weight for the full distance and post-check is not required—weight will be verified before the start.

Awards will be as follows: 5K & 10K - Overall male and female winners. 1st, 2nd, & 3rd for male and female age categories: 15 & under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60 & over. *Ruck awards will be separate with same layout as the runs.

Please contact the Byron Chamber of Commerce at office@byronchamber.com or (815) 234-5500 with any questions or comments. The event will be held Saturday May 02, 2026. Registration and check-in begin at 7:00 a.m. and run/walk start time is 8:00 a.m. Registration, check-in, start, and finish will be located in the Byron City Hall Parking Lot, 232 W 2nd Street, Byron, IL 61010.

*Must register by April 13th to guarantee a Byron Rocks t-shirt.

A Special Thank you to Racing Expectations who will be our timer for this years event.

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