3 walking events in Champaign, Illinois

Run, walk, or stroll with your pup at the Lucky Dog 5K - dogs welcome but not required!

Each registration includes a race shirt and finisher medal for participants, select options for a plus one furry friend with a doggie bag dispenser and pop-up water bowl (additional dogs $10 each).

Runners/walkers without dogs are welcome to participate at a reduced registration fee that includes a race shirt and finisher medal.

If you register before 2/25/26 your shirt size is guaranteed, after that date limited shirt sizes will be available, and first come first serve!

Don’t forget to show off your style - awards for Best Dressed Small, Medium, and Large Dog, plus Best Overall Human & Dog Duo. After the race, stick around for a themed Bark Hour, a tail-wagging celebration with snacks and drinks for people and pups alike. Whether you’re running, walking, or just soaking in the fun, it’s a paws-itively great way to celebrate together!

Schedule of Events

Friday 2/13/26

Packet Pickup: 9:30am - 6:30pm

Saturday 2/14/26

Packet Pickup: 8:30am

Dog Costume Contest: 9:00am

5K Start: 9:30am

1/2 Mile Start: 9:45am

Course Maps

Stop, drop, and RUN!

Welcome to the 3nd annual Champaign Firefighters Local 1260 5K race! Grab your friends and family to run or walk the local Carle at the Fields trail! This is a chip timed 3.1mi route that winds through the distinctive Southwest Champaign area including many local businesses, parks, and of course, fire station.

This local race seeks to support the Champaign Firefighters Benevolent Fund, which was created in 2022 as a new charitable organization. The mission of the Champaign Firefighters Benevolent Fund is to honor the sacrifice of the family members of our fallen brothers and sisters; to support active and retired Local 1260 members and their families; to support other firefighters and their families in Illinois and beyond; and, to provide financial support to community members and/or groups locally.

This is a flat, paved path.

Participants who register before May 31st will receive a official race t-shirt!

Free parking in the Health Alliance parking lot is available!

Shirts and Bibs may be picked up the morning of the race near start/finish line.

New for 2026, this year will be chip timed!