Sullivan Dash & Bash

Blue4Crewe 5k

The #BlueforCrewe 5K is a run and walk held at Trinity Lutheran School in Stewardson, Illinois, in loving memory of Crewe Jones. Full of energy and joy, Crewe left a lasting impression on all who knew him, and this race honors the spirited enthusiasm we continue to remember and cherish.

Proceeds from the event support improvements at Trinity Lutheran School and provide tuition assistance for families.

Trail/Road Half Marathon, 10K Run/Walk, or nighttime Trail-Glo 5K Run/Walk, benefitting Robert Allerton Park!

Trail-Glo 5K start time is 8:30PM 11 April.

Half Marathon and 10K start time is 9:00AM 12 April.

More race info at our website!

Help us help Make-A-Wish families! For our 14th consecutive year, Allerton Races is fundraising for Make-A-Wish Illinois. Be a "Wish Warrior" by donating $10 or more, and you'll get a special logo on the sleeve of your race T! (If you register with a race T) Donate to Make-A-Wish Illinois by clicking HERE!

The Decatur Running Club is offering a Beginning Running Program starting Tuesday April 14th. This is a FREE organized 8-week program targeting new (or returning after a long break) runners. DRC mentors can teach new runners how to build safely and slowly, and can outline a goal, such as finishing a 5K.

The program will meet on Tuesday evenings at Fairview Park, Thursday evenings at Nelson Park, and Saturday mornings at Rock Springs Conservation Area. You do not have to attend every run, but we encourage you to try to do two a week. A Facebook group page will be the primary means of communication throughout the program, with reminders of location, what to expect, and what to bring, for example, water bottle, cooling towel, etc.

Graduation race will be the Rock Springs Ramble on June 6th at the Rock Springs Conservation Area located at 3939 Nearing Ln Decatur.

Run 2 Ramble participants who complete two thirds of the program will receive a $5 race registration discount to run the Rock Springs Ramble. Each graduate will receive a finisher medal, hand painted rock, T-shirt (option to purchase), recognition for completing the 5K program and post party food and beverages. Age group awards are given in 5 year increments up to 75 years of age.

Participating in the Kirby Derby is a great way to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle while having fun. All the proceeds go to the development of the Wellness Trail provided by the Kirby Foundation. For more information and online registration click on the links above.

T-shirt deadline is 11:59pm cst on April 3, 2026!

Please note that registration will be open until 7:30am on race morning, however there will be no cash registration available at the park on race morning. Same day registration will be completed on your mobile device. If you need to switch events, the deadline to do so is 12pm the day before the race.

Bib and shirt pickup will be Friday from 4-5:30pm or on race morning 6:45-7:45am. Both will take place at the park pavilion.

Announcements and National Anthem will be at 7:45am. The race will start promptly at 8am.

Please note that this is not a closed course. We do our best to inform the community of the race and encourage them to use alternate routes when possible. We will have a volunteer at every intersection to help guide participants and stop any oncoming traffic.

We will have two water stations available this year. The first water stop will be by Nick's Park and the second will be by Monticello Laundry. 10K runners will pass the second stop twice.

The 5K award ceremony will start at approximately 9am with the 10K awards immediately following.

For the latest race updates, follow our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/KMCKirbyDerby/

A Race for Everyone – No Training Required!

Join us for the first annual VFW post 99.1 K fun run, a lighthearted “race” that’s only 0.1 km (about 328 feet) - Perfect for all ages and fitness levels! This family, friendly event is all about having fun, supporting veterans, and bringing the community together.

Whether you walk, jog, skip, or stroll, we’ll cross the “finish line” with a smile – and help raise funds for programs that support veterans and their families through the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) National Home and local initiatives.

Come for the laughs, stay for the camaraderie, food, and festivities. Costumes, patriotic outfits, and a good sense of humor are highly encouraged!