Main Street Fest 5k

Back for 2026, the Cary Main Street Fest 5k will kick off the final day of festivities with a run/walk/stroll around the streets of Cary. 

The race will be held on Sunday, September 27th. 

5K Race – 8:30am

Medals will be given to the 1st place male and female finishers in each division. Age divisions: 10 and under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 and over. 

Advance registration is preferred but limited on-site registration will be available. Race day registration closes at 8:30am. T-shirts will be limited to the first 100 participants. 

The race is presented by the Trojan Track Field & Cross Country Association (TTCCA), a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting youth running as a lifelong activity, fostering wellness and healthy lifestyles throughout our communities.

Participants have the opportunity to prepay $10 for entry to the Community Breakfast benefiting the Cary Firefighters Association following the race. Breakfast by Brunch Cafe and coffee by Conscious Cup Coffee Roasters will run from 9am-12pm in the south parking lot.

Start/Finish on Main Street in front of Cary Ale House
208 W Main St
Cary, IL 60013

Free parking available in the Cary Metra lots

Pickup will take place during Cary Main Street Fest. Proceed to the Information/Volunteer Check-In tent located in the alley between Yoga Barre and State Farm (111 W Main St).

• Friday, September 19th from 5:00-9:00pm

• Saturday, September 20th from 1:00-9:00pm

• Race morning near the start/finish line