East Peoria, Illinois · Saturday, October 10, 2026
The Farmdale Trail Run is a 10k, half marathon, running, trail running, and ultra event held on Saturday, October 10, 2026. It is located in East Peoria, Illinois.
The Central Illinois Summer Trail Series wraps up its first season in epic fashion at Farmdale Reservoir—a premier Central Illinois destination for trail running, mountain biking, and hiking, and the legendary home of the annual Farmdale Endurance Trail Runs (including the grueling 30-, 50-, and 100-mile ultras)!
With approximately 15 miles of diverse, well-maintained trails—including fast open stretches, tight twisty singletrack, fun gravity dips, ravines, meandering paths through prairie and woods, and a perfect mix of technical challenges and flow—this spot is built for adventure and has tested countless runners over the years.
Come close out the series strong, toe the line with the area's top trail talent, see where you stack up, and celebrate completing the full Summer Trail journey on one of the region's most iconic courses!
The 2-mile event is now officially an untimed fun run/walk and kicks off just ahead of the 10K runners. We will begin the festivities at 7:00am and send off the 2-milers at 7:15am, followed by the 10k runners at 7:30am. This will allow for less congestion throughout the race, at the split, and most importantly at the finish line! The flat course runs through town to the outskirts of Morton and then finishes on Jefferson Street, in the heart of the Pumpkin Festival.
The 2-mile fun run/walk welcomes old, young, short, tall, strollers, and wheelchairs. No roller blades or pets (yes, unfortunately including dogs) allowed in either event.
After the race, participants are invited to join us at the Post Race Party for beverages, snacks, our famous pumpkin donuts, music, and a fun area to hang out with fellow racers and family members. There will be an awards ceremony at approximately 9:00am. Don't forget your bib has a "tear off coupon" for a FREE breakfast at the Pumpkin Pancake & Sausage Breakfast at the main food tent right after the race!
Awards
All 10K finishers will receive a pumpkin finisher’s medal
Top overall winner for the 10K Men's and Women's Divisions will receive $50 in Morton Chamber Checks.
The Top 3 Men and Women in each age group (10K) receive a pumpkin pie! Age Groups are as follows: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+
The 2-mile FUN Run/Walk does not have any prizes, but includes the post-race party and the Pumpkin Pancake & Sausage breakfast!
Race Weekend Schedule
Friday 4:00PM - 8:00PM - Packet Pickup is located at The KILN @ Morton Junior High School.
Saturday Beginning at 6:00AM - Limited Packet Pickup in the 200 block of North First Avenue (near the start line)
Saturday 7:00AM - Announcements
Saturday 7:15AM - 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk START
Saturday 7:30AM - 10K START
Done Running & Walking? Post-Race Party & Awards Ceremony @ Corner of Jefferson and 1st!
Join us for the 2026 Screaming Pumpkin through Springdale Cemetery
~ Supporting ~
Chills and thrills will keep you motivated as you run or walk through our 2 mile, 6.55 mile, half marathon, full marathon, or full marathon relay!
Run or walk if you dare.
Once you start, there is no turning back. Whichever event you DARE to participate in please be mindful that the course closes at 10pm. Invite all of your friends and family to bring their blankets and chairs and join in cheering you on all the way to the finish line!
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Kick off your Thanksgiving with a 3 Mile Run
or a 1 Mile Walk with Elite Community Outreach!
The 2026 Elite Chocolate Turkey 3 Mile Run & 1 Mile Walk is a new Thanksgiving Day tradition funding the next chapter of Elite Community Outreach. Let’s team up with family and friends along the Riverfront on Thanksgiving morning to support Elite!
Run, walk, dance, or watch; all are welcome no matter how you participate. The Elite Chocolate Turkey is all about being together and giving thanks as a community while supporting our future. The Elite Holiday Choir will serenade us into the season and plenty of chocolate will reward us at the finish line, where participants can connect over hot cocoa and treats before heading home for holiday festivities.
Be sure to register soon to secure your signature 2026 Elite Chocolate Turkey shirt, 3.5oz chocolate turkey, and best of all – some chocolate goodies after the race! If you can’t join us Thanksgiving Day, you can still make an impact by donating directly to Elite via the DONATE button.
Let’s kick off a new holiday tradition together as we give thanks for one another and invest in a better future. Join us for the 2026 Elite Chocolate Turkey and help Elite Community Outreach pave more paths out of poverty and instill even more hope for our community.
Race swag is limited to 2500 participants! Register today before swag sells out!
This December, run with Rudolph and ShaZam!
Naughty or Nice, this is a Family Friendly event for people of all ages!
Come run with ShaZam Racing one last time in 2026!
$25 Gift Cards for:
Best Solo Outfit
Best Group Ensemble Outfit
Best Holiday Inspired Outfit
We will be drawing 2 WINNERS for a $50 RCO GIFT CARD
~ receive a raffle ticket for EACH toy you donate
Benefiting