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• Sep

  12

  Sat
  Sand Creek Trail Run

  3644-5198 S Franklin Street Rd, Decatur, Illinois, 62521, United States
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  Distance: 16.2 km

  Sat, Sep 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM

  Saturday, September 12th, 2026

  10 AM at Sand Creek Conservation District

  This trail race consists of fast rolling terrain located in the Sand Creek Trails of the Macon County Conservation District.

  Details:

  • Race day event: 4.4 and 7.6 mile race options available

  • Time: 10 AM race start with post-race celebration

  • $35/40 entry fee includes unique long sleeve technical shirt, FINISHER MEDAL, and post race fun and snacks.

  • Must register by Sept.1st to be guaranteed a shirt.

  • All in person race participants will be entered to win prize packages from local businesses.

  • Prizes for overall male and female, and age groups.

  • Race profits will benefit Special Operations Warrior Foundation. Special Operations Warrior Foundation was formed to aid the children of our nation’s fallen soldiers.

  Run route: Enjoy the beautiful fast rolling terrain through this local Conservation District located on the south end of town.

  Virtual Participants: We strongly encourage running your virtual miles at Sand Creek Conservation District. Packet pick up info remains the same.

  Packet pickup:

  • Friday, 9/11,TBA

  • Saturday, 9/12 at Sand Creek Conservation District, 9-9:30 am

  • You can register ONLINE during packet pick up WHILE SPACE ALLOWS (race swag is not guaranteed at late registration)

  • ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY

  CHECK OUT OUR SAND CREEK SWAG STORE HERE!

  A big shout out to: Kenney's Ace Hardware, Best Friends Distillery, Decatur Conservation, SpeedLube, Rockwell, Decatur Running Club, Perfectly Protein, The Bloom Room, Decatur Coffee Connection and so many more for helping making the 2025 race happen. 2026 Sponsors coming soon!

  STAY TUNED FOR UPDATES, NEW SPONSORS, CHIP TIMING AND MORE FOR 2026!

  Business and Individual sponsorships are in great need. If you are interested in sponsoring this event please reach out to [email protected]. All sponsorships and donations are tax deductible and will go towards fees associated with registration, timing costs, shirts, awards, post-race celebration snacks and supplies. Race profits will benefit Special Operations Warrior Foundation. Special Operations Warrior Foundation was formed to aid the children of our nation’s fallen soldiers.

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• Sep

  26

  Sat
  13th Annual Swifty Swine 5K

  Clinton, Illinois, 61727, United States
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  Distance: 24.2 km

  Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 8:00 AM

  The 13th annual Swifty Swine 5K takes place on a scenic course during the weekend of Clinton's 59th Apple and Pork Festival.

  The event includes yummy post-race snacks, homemade finishers medals, and trophies to 1st and 2nd male/female finishers in all age categories.

  We also have a FREE Piglet Prance for our wee little runners. Come enjoy this family-friendly event!

  Event details and schedule:

  • Bib Chipped Timing System - Race results sent day of the race

  • Participants in the 5K run will be grouped in the following categories: 10 & under; 11-17; 18-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60+

  • Trophies awarded to the 1st and 2nd overall male & female runners in each age category, with handmade finisher's medals for each 5K participant

  • Businesses who sponsor the race are encouraged to run individually as well as in teams of 4-6 to compete for our very first "Swifty Business" trophy, new in 2025 - Businesses must email the Race Coordinator at [email protected] to declare the names of your runners and your Team Captain

  Entry Fee

  $25 if registered by September 17, 2026

  $30 if registered from 9/18/26 to race day

  T-shirts guaranteed if registered by 9/17/26

  · Packet pickup and day-of-race registration begins at 7:00am on race day

  · Race begins at 8:00 AM, with awards following at approximately 9:30 AM

  · Follow the signs on race day for parking and registration.

  · FREE Piglet Prance for kids 8 and under will begin following the race.

  Please see our Facebook page for race updates and this year’s course map!

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• Oct

  02

  Fri
  Shoreline Classic

  2475 Pavilion Drive, Decatur, Illinois, 62521, United States
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  Distance: 11.2 km

  Fri, Oct 02, 2026 at 6:00 PM

  The DRC Shoreline Classic is the premier Road Race in downstate Illinois. This event draws runners and spectators from across the state of Illinois. The race provides both a competitive and recreational event for athletes while promoting the value of living a healthy lifestyle. Both the USATF Certified 5K and 15K races are run along the shores of beautiful Lake Decatur in a colorful fall setting. The 5K race offers runners a fast course, while the 15K features a rolling terrain. The tot trots are a great way to involve our young runners while promoting Shoreline as a family event.

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• Nov

  21

  Sat
  2025 Turkey Trot

  2095 W Eldorado St., Decatur, Illinois, 62522, United States
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  Distance: 9.8 km

  Sat, Nov 21, 2026 at 8:30 AM

  50th Annual Turkey Trot - Fairview Park Decatur, IL 9 a.m., November 22nd

  Enter the 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, or 1/2 mile Turkey Tot Trot in Fairview Park! Tot Trot includes a T-shirt and participation prizes (ages 12 and Under). 5K, 10K, and Half races include computerized results and 3-deep awards per age group. Register by November 2 to guarantee long-sleeved shirt. No shirt orders will be made after this date. Late-Registrations can be submitted online at Runsignup.com until November 14. After November 14th you can only sign up at the pavilion the morning of the race. We are asking all Half Marathon runners to be competitive and are aiming to end all running by 12 noon. This race has been graciously sponsored by ADM and Fleet Feet Decatur. Everyone who completes the Half Marathon in Fairview Park will receive a surprise gift! We will have the Rockwell Coffee Truck on site for the race.

  PACKET PICK-UP UPDATE: 11/21/2025 - Fairview Park Pavilion #1 Decatur IL 4p-6:30p

  RACE INFO:

  Time: 7:30- 8:15 a.m. - Check-in

  8:30 a.m. - Tot Trot; 9 a.m. - Race

  Location: Fairview Park Pavilion #1

  Fee: $35 ($40 on race day, Cash Only);

  Tot Trot $25 ($30 on race day, Cash Only)

  No Refunds will be given, this is a rain or shine event.

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