7 running, walking, cycling, and other events in Edwardsville, Illinois

MAKE THE YEAR-LONG COMMITMENT TO RUNNING!

Join RunWell on the 1000 MILE CHALLENGE, Midwest edition! It's exactly what it sounds like. Run 1000 miles in 2026 and get sweet prizes on January 1, 2027 at the Resolution Run (participants not located in our geographical area will receive their swag in the mail after the Challenge is completed). You can also include any "purposeful" walking (Note: daily activities, work, errands, do not count)!

Complete the Challenge and you'll earn cool swag on January 1, 2027! We have a custom RunWell 1000 Mile Challenge belt buckle and performance shirt for all Challenge finishers!

You will receive a Welcome Email with additional instructions as to getting started and reporting mileage.

Register today! Price increases on Jan. 2nd, and registration closes Jan 15th!

Now, let's log some miles and earn SWAG!

Hosted by the Metro Milers running club, the Route 66 10K features as part of the City of Edwardsville's Route 66 Festival. The festival and race are held in Edwardsville's City Park on the same Saturday as the festival every year in June.

As of the best races in the Midwest, the Route 66 10K is regularly the RRCA's Championship 10K those years it is eligible. This event is tailored to be enjoyed by all who participate as runners, walkers, and volunteers. Being a community-oriented event, a portion of the race budget is dedicated every year to benefit local not-for-profit organizations, and proceeds are used to promote physical fitness and activity in the Metro East.

Age group awards (in 5 year bins) will be awarded to in person participants, and all registrants will receive a high quality technical shirt and finisher swag item.

RACE VENUE

City Park

101 S Buchanan St

Edwardsville, IL 62025 ​

PARKING

Parking recommendations will be sent to participants with their race day instructions.

REGISTRATION DISCLAIMER

Race organizers reserve the right to close registration due to capacity limits.

Race organizers reserve the right to delay or cancel event due to extreme weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.

The following are prohibited during the race: pets, baby joggers/strollers, in-line skates, bicycles, and any other non-official wheeled vehicles.

All registrations are final and there are no refunds.

Please contact our Race Director with any questions or concerns about your registration at [email protected].

PACKET PICK UP

Registered participants are required to pick up their packet before the start of the race. You packet includes your race bib and timing chip. If you're unable to attend packet pick-up, someone may pick up your packet on your behalf.

Please choose one of the following packet pick up options:

Friday pick-up Noon - 6:00 PM

Location TBD

​Saturday, race day 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM

At City Park, at the Metro Milers tent on the park grounds

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

6:30 AM Packet pick-up opens

7:45 AM Packet pick-up closes

8:00 AM Race start

10:00 AM Awards ceremony at the park bandstand

BIB TRANSFERS

Allowing a non-registered runner to use your bib is NOT PERMITTED. There are two reasons for this rule.

1. All registered participants will sign a waiver agreeing to the race rules during the registration process. Additionally, runners will receive detailed information from us days leading up to the event with updated safety requirements. Non-registered runners will not have signed the waiver and will not have received communication from us.

2. Our race insurance covers registered runners only. It does not cover someone who is running under someone else's name/bib number.

WATER STATIONS

Hydration stops will be placed along the race route (indicated on the course map), and will have water and Gatorade available.

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PARTICIPANT SHIRT & FINISHER SWAG

All participants who finish either in person will receive a Leslie Jordan brand technical shirt, and an additional swag item. Virtual participants will have their finisher items mailed or delivered.

TIMING & RESULTS

This race will use bib tag timing. Your timing chip will be affixed to the back side of your bib number. Please do not remove your timing chip.

Live race day results provided by Final Lap Racing.

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AWARDS

Awards will be given to top three finishers in the following group categories for in person participants only:

Overall, Overall Masters (40+), 14 and younger, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.

​​QUESTIONS?

We look forward to seeing you on race morning!

Please send us questions/concerns at [email protected]

One of our most popular and well-attended events, the I Scream for Ice Cream Classic draws hundreds of participants each year who come out to enjoy the scenic routes and the sweet celebration that follows.

Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a casual rider, there's something for everyone. Choose from a variety of routes ranging from leisurely tours to longer treks, and bring the whole family along. You will roll through the beautiful Madison County Trail system, under leafy green canopies and that perfect summer sun. Along the way, you’ll hit fully stocked aid stations with cheerful volunteers keeping you fueled and hydrated.

Reward yourself at our post-ride party with a scoop of premium deliciousness. And for those who prefer a different kind of chill, we will have you sorted with a cold one from Perennial Artisan Ales! Stay, play, and shop! You won't want to miss the awesome sidewalk sale at the Cyclery and Fitness Center. From top-of-the-line bikes to must-have gear, they've got everything you need to take your ride to the next level.

Don’t miss out on one of the most anticipated rides of the season. If you know, you know — and if you don’t, now’s the time to find out.

Routes will be announced closer to the ride. The routes are being updated due to construction on the MCT trails.

This ride is supported in part by the Agency for Community Transit Community Action Grants Program