Events in Sterling, Illinois | 2026-2027

Run for the Badge 5K [runsignup.com]
Sat, May 09, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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The Sterling Police Department is hosting our 4th annual Run For the Badge 5K. This is a FREE event but donations will be accepted at the door for C.O.P.S. (Concerns Of Police Survivors). The event...

The Sterling Police Department is hosting our 4th annual Run For the Badge 5K. This is a FREE event but donations will be accepted at the door for C.O.P.S. (Concerns Of Police Survivors). The event will begin and end at the Sterling Township Building located at 505 W. Lynn Blvd in Sterling. Strollers and well-mannered dogs are welcome. Please note that this is a community event and is not an officially timed race. The first 100 people to register will receive a free t-shirt. Water and a snack will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there!

5k Run
505 W. Lynn Blvd, Sterling, Illinois, 61081, United States
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Hope Series [runsignup.com]
Sat, May 16, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Description
Join us to End the Stigma at the HOPE Series

Register for all 4 HOPE Series races at once and you'll be entered into each race.

Run/Walk ALL 4 Events
- May 16th: Run for Brain Health (Road 5K or...
Join us to End the Stigma at the HOPE Series

Register for all 4 HOPE Series races at once and you'll be entered into each race.

Run/Walk ALL 4 Events
- May 16th: Run for Brain Health (Road 5K or Trail 5K)
- June 13th: Florissa Family 5K
- July 11th: NAMI Sauk Area 5K
- October 10th: Sauk Valley Apple Cider Run (5K or Half Marathon)
AND receive a special HOPE SERIES ONLY full-zip hoodie!

Must sign up for the HOPE Series (ALL 4 EVENTS in one transaction) to qualify for the special series only swag.

Signing up for each of the 4 events individually DOES NOT qualify you for the special series only swag.

HOPE Series full-zip hoodies will be handed out at the Sauk Valley Apple Cider Run on October 10th.
5k Run Trail Walk
East 3rd Street, Sterling, Illinois, 61081, United States
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2nd Annual Running For Valor [runsignup.com]
Sat, Jun 27, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Description

THIS IS A FUNDRAISER RUN NOT A OFFICAL TIMED RACE.

June 27th is more than just race day — it’s PTSD Awareness Day, a day that holds deep meaning for us.

This year, we will jump the day before and run...

THIS IS A FUNDRAISER RUN NOT A OFFICAL TIMED RACE.

June 27th is more than just race day — it’s PTSD Awareness Day, a day that holds deep meaning for us.

This year, we will jump the day before and run the day of in honor of all those who have fought the battle of PTSD — for those still fighting and for those who have won the battle.

Every step is for awareness.

Every mile is for hope.

Every runner is running with purpose.

Lace up your shoes and run for something bigger than yourself.

Includes a custom Running for Valor shirt

3.1 Miles Run
505 W Lynn Blvd., Sterling, Illinois, 61071, United States
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NAMI Sauk Area 5K [runsignup.com]
Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Description
Bib/Swag Pick-up

Friday 4:00-6:00PM
- Sinnissippi Park (First Shelter) in Sterling
Saturday Race Day 7:00-7:45AM
- Hoover Park Red Barn in Sterling
Team Registration

Teams of 4 receive a $5...
Bib/Swag Pick-up

Friday 4:00-6:00PM
- Sinnissippi Park (First Shelter) in Sterling
Saturday Race Day 7:00-7:45AM
- Hoover Park Red Barn in Sterling
Team Registration

Teams of 4 receive a $5 discount/refund per person (ONLY applies to adults - refund applied after the 4th team member has registered)

Grab 3 or more of your friends and make a team. Fastest 3 teams win a trophy!

Bag / Key Check

There will be a bag check in for race participants. You will find this inside the Red Barn. NAMI Sauk Area is NOT responsible for any items checked.

Pets & Strollers

Pets are not allowed on the race course during the race and warm-ups of the NAMI Sauk Area 5K. Strollers are allowed with walkers in the race. Please allow the runners to lead the pack, followed by walkers, followed by walkers with strollers.

Food Tent

A boxed lunch will be provided along with water to all participants. The food will be prepared and wrapped by a licensed restaurant kitchen.

Weather Plan

If there is severe weather during the race, please seek shelter in one of the pavilions in Sinnissippi Park or the Red Barn and Hoover Park. If the race needs to be cancelled due to weather, it will be posted on the Facebook page (NAMI Sauk Area 5K) and an e-mail will be sent out to all registered participants.
5k Run Walk
3807 Woodlawn Road, Sterling, Illinois, 61081, United States
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4 running and walking events in Sterling, Illinois

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