6 running, ultra, and walking events in Dixon, Illinois

From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find running, ultra, and walking events and connect with the local endurance sports community.

• Rock River Madness 2026: Dixon, Illinois [runsignup.com]
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  Sat, May 02, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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  You'll experience the stunning natural beauty of the Rock River region as you navigate through rolling hills, quaint towns, and fascinating landmarks the area has to offer. Whether you're riding...

  You'll experience the stunning natural beauty of the Rock River region as you navigate through rolling hills, quaint towns, and fascinating landmarks the area has to offer. Whether you're riding solo, or as part of a team, Rock River Madness is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and make new friends!

  Come enjoy a nice, early season ride with road courses options of 100k, 50k, or the 16k family fun ride, and trail course options of 13 Mile, 10 Mile, or 6 miles of beautiful off road riding!

  Proceeds from this ride will benefit the Dixon Parks District and Rock River Valley Bicycle Club in maintaining the trails.

  Must pre-register by April 10th to receive a T-shirt!

  6 Miles 16k 10 Miles 13 Miles 50k 100k Cycling Trail

  1312 Washington Avenue, Dixon, Illinois, 61021, United States
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• Reagan Run [reaganrun.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
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  Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 7:30 AM

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  This is the 26th year anniversary of the Reagan Run. The race will be on July 4, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. This is a unique 5K race that winds throughout the downtown, into wooded areas, and along the...

  This is the 26th year anniversary of the Reagan Run. The race will be on July 4, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. This is a unique 5K race that winds throughout the downtown, into wooded areas, and along the river. It benefits various not-for-profit organizations.

  Packet Pick-up:

  • Friday, July 3rd - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Dixon YMCA, 110 N. Galena Avenue

  • In-person registration available during packet pick-up

  • Credit card/Debit available on 7/3 and 7/4

  Race Day Schedule:

  • 6:30 - 7:30 AM: Race-day registration and check-in.

  • 7:30 AM: Kids Fun Run start

  • 8:00 AM: 5K start

  Please - no strollers and no pets in the 5K. Thank you

  Awards:

  Awards presented after race. Overall winners do not receive age group awards.

  • Unique award to first overall male and female

  • First three places, each division, male and female: 10/under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+

  • Masters overall for Male and Female

  Walkers:

  Walkers are welcome and encouraged. For safety reasons, walkers will line up behind the runners.

  Official times will be available for persons finishing in 1 hour and 15 minutes.

  3.1 Miles Fun Run Run Walk

  810 S. Hennepin Avenue, Dixon, Illinois, 61021, United States
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• Pinetum Mind Games Endurance Event [facebook.com] [Register at ultrasignup.com] - Facebook
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  Fri, Jul 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM

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  2114 Lowell Park Rd, Dixon, Illinois, 61021, United States
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• Hindsight Ultra Trail Runs [facebook.com] [Register at ultrasignup.com] - Facebook
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  Sat, Sep 26, 2026

  25k 50k 100k Run Trail Ultra

  1605 Washington Ave, Dixon, Illinois, 61021, United States
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