5K Races in Illinois — 2026

There are 453 5K races in Illinois scheduled for 2026. The next is the 2026 Short Run Long Day 5k Run/Walk 26th Annual in Frankfort on June 17. Illinois 5K races run primarily June through July.

Still Standing

Sat, Sep 19 · Elgin, IL Elgin

1-Mile Fun Walk1 Mile Fun - Kids WalkStill Standing 5k +1

From $15 Open

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Italian Fest 5K

Sat, Sep 19 · Collinsville, IL Collinsville

5KKids Dash

From $10 Open

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Megan's Mission 5k Run

Sat, Sep 19 · Coal City, IL Coal City

5k Run/WalkVirtual 5k

From $35 Open

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Morton Pumpkin Classic

Sat, Sep 19 · Morton, IL Morton

Pumpkin Classic 2 Mile Walk (Untimed)Pumpkin Classic 10K

From $30 Open

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12th Annual Christmas Without Cancer 5k Run/Walk (In-Person OR Virtual Option)

Sat, Sep 19 · Evergreen Park, IL Evergreen Park

5K Run (IN-PERSON) *bib / chip timing*5K Run/Walk (VIRTUAL)5K Walk (IN-PERSON)

From $35 Open

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Better Than Yesterday 5K

Sun, Sep 20 · Aurora, IL Aurora

Better Than Yesterday 5K

From $40 Open

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Headless Horseman Hussle

Sun, Sep 20 · Sleepy Hollow, IL Sleepy Hollow

Headless Horseman Hussle 5k

From $30 Closed

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2026 D54 Education Foundation Run to Read

Sun, Sep 20 · Schaumburg, IL Schaumburg

1 Mile - AdultChild 100 or 400 Dash & 5K (select this to do both)1 Mile - Child +5

From $5 Open

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St. Veronica 6k Run/Walk for Scholarships

Sun, Sep 20 · Olympia Fields, IL Olympia Fields

St. Veronica Kwanzaa Ministry 3K Walk-Perfect for all ages and fitness levelsSt. Veronica Kwanzaa Ministry 6k Run/Walk for Scholarships

From $35 Open

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Race to Zero

Sun, Sep 20 · Libertyville, IL Libertyville

Family 1-Mile Walk5K Run or Walk

From $35 Closed

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Spartan Sprint 5K & Family Fun Run

Sun, Sep 20 · Elgin, IL Elgin

Spartan Sprint 5k/Family Fun Run

From $25 Open

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5K Fun Run and Family Walk

Sun, Sep 20 · Glenview, IL Glenview

5K run / 1 mile walkVirtual 5KKids Dash

From $25 Closed

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KARES 5K: For the Long Run

Fri, Sep 25 · Metamora, IL Metamora

KARES 5K: For the Long Run

From $35 Closed

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6th Annual Hannah Mansell Happy Day Memorial 5K Run/Walk

Sat, Sep 26 · Jacksonville, IL Jacksonville

6th Annual Hannah Mansell Happy Day Memorial 5K VIRTUAL OPTION6th Annual Hannah Mansell Happy Day Memorial 5K

From $35 Closed

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St. Jude Walk-Chicago

Sat, Sep 26 · Brookfield, IL Brookfield

5k

From $10 Closed

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Miles for Marshall 5K Trail Run for Childhood Cancer

Sat, Sep 26 · Greenville, IL Greenville

Miles for Marshall 5K Trail Run/Walk

From $35 Open

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Abuelitos 5K

Sat, Sep 26 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Abuelitos 5k

From $25 Open

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Lawndale 5K

Sat, Sep 26 · Chicago, IL Chicago

5K run/walkKids DashVirtual Run +2

From $0 Open

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SIUE Cougars Unleashed Homecoming Run & Pancake Breakfast

Sat, Sep 26 · Edwardsville, IL Edwardsville

Fun Run5K10K

From $20 Open

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13th Annual Swifty Swine 5K

Sat, Sep 26 · Clinton, IL Clinton

Swifty Swine

From $25 Open

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Centerstone's 4th Annual Life;Story 5K Run/Walk for Suicide Prevention - Illinois

Sat, Sep 26 · Marion, IL Marion

5K Untimed Run/Walk - Godfrey LocationVirtual 5K5K Run/Walk - Marion, IL +1

From $20 Open 25 spots left

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LCSPTF 14th Annual 5K

Sat, Sep 26 · Grayslake, IL Grayslake

LCSPTF 14th 5k Run/Walk

From $30 Open

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Oktoberfest Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Sep 26 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K Registration5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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1st Annual APRCC Coqui 5K Run/Walk

Sat, Sep 26 · Aurora, IL Aurora

5k

From $30 Open

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Stone Bridge Half Marathon and 5k

Sat, Sep 26 · Roscoe, IL Roscoe

5K1/2 Marathon

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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Race to Cure Sarcoma Chicago

Sat, Sep 26 · Chicago, IL Chicago

5K Run or 1 Mile Walk (Untimed) - Adult5K Run or 1 Mile Walk (Untimed) - Child (Ages 6-12)5K Run (Timed) - Adult +3

From $10 Open

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Run for Donuts 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Sep 26 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Family Fun Run 1 MileVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1)5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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Fall Fest 5K and Kids Fun Run

Sun, Sep 27 · Stillman Valley, IL Stillman Valley

Kids Fun Run5K Run

From $5 Open

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F3 Naperville 5K Run & Walk

Sun, Sep 27 · Warrenville, IL Warrenville

F3 Naperville 5K Kids Race (0.4 mile course for ages 9 and below)F3 Naperville 5K Run & Walk

From $20 Open

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Run for Honor

Sun, Sep 27 · Springfield, IL Springfield

Run for Honor, 5k for Freedom

From $30 Open

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Soph's Legacy Loop - Reach for the Sky!

Sun, Sep 27 · Lockport, IL Lockport

Kids Dash (Ages 16 and Under)2 Mile (Ages 16 and Up)

From $16 Open

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Run the River for Respect 5K

Sun, Sep 27 · Ottawa, IL Ottawa

5K

From $30 Open

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2026 Chi-Care 5K Run/Walk

Sun, Sep 27 · Chicago, IL Chicago

5K Run/WalkKids Dash (ages 4-12)LATE REGISTRATION - No Medal, No Race Bib +1

From $20 Open Closing Soon

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Plainfield Harvest Run 5k/10k & Kids Miler

Sun, Sep 27 · Plainfield, IL Plainfield

Kids Miler5K Run/Walk10K Run

From $18 Open

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DeKalb Corn Classic

Sun, Sep 27 · DeKalb, IL DeKalb

5K10K

From $30 Open

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Lester Fun Run 2025

Sun, Sep 27 · Downers Grove, IL Downers Grove

1 Mile LESTER STAFF ONLY1 Mile5K Youth +3

From $0 Closed

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Route 66 Mother Road 5K Foot Race

Sun, Sep 27 · Springfield, IL Springfield

1 Mile Fun RunVirtual 5K5K

From $25 Open

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Northwest CASA Pumpkin Dash 5k / 10k

Sun, Sep 27 · Elk Grove Village, IL Elk Grove Village

Northwest CASA Pumpkin Dash 5kNorthwest CASA Pumpkin Dash 10k1-mile Fun Run

From $10 Open

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Golden Harvest Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Greater Chicago

Sun, Sep 27 · Greater Chicago, IL Greater Chicago

1 Mile5K10K +4

From $17 Open Closing Soon 5 spots left

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Haunted Wine Run Virtual Race

Wed, Sep 30 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Haunted Wine Run Virtual 5k

From $29 Open

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Run for the Dogs Virtual Run

Wed, Sep 30 · Your Town, IL Your Town

Run for the Dogs Virtual 5k

From $25 Open

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Shoreline Classic

Fri, Oct 2 · Decatur, IL Decatur

5k - Virtual5K15K +2

From $10 Open

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Sweet Ride | Bike • Run • Walk

Sat, Oct 3 · Willow Springs, IL Willow Springs

Sweet Ride 5K Run/WalkSweet Ride 40K BikeSweet Ride 65K Bike

From $30 Open

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Run The Woods

Sat, Oct 3 · Hudson, IL Hudson

1 Mile Trail Walk - Untimed5K5K (Youth) +2

From $30 Open

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Hops for Hope 5K & BrewFest Presented by 93 Octane Brewery 2026

Sat, Oct 3 · St. Charles, IL St. Charles

5K & BrewFest Combo PackBrewFest Only (No 5K)Designated Driver (BrewFest Only - No Beer)

From $15 Open

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3rd Annual Downers Grove, IL Ostomy 5k

Sat, Oct 3 · Downers Grove, IL Downers Grove

3rd Annual Downers Grove, IL Ostomy 5k (OPEN)3rd Annual Downers Grove, IL Ostomy 5k - (OSTOMATE)3rd Annual Downers Grove, IL Ostomy Fun Run - KIDS RUN (50-Yard Dash) for ages 5 and under +1

From $20 Open

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A Pace for Petey

Sat, Oct 3 · Tuscola, IL Tuscola

5K Run/WalkJake's Jog Kids Fun Run

From $15 Open

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Boo Island - 5K Charity Run/Walk

Sat, Oct 3 · Blue Island, IL Blue Island

Boo Island - 5K Run/Walk

From $35 Closed

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5K Your Ways

Sat, Oct 3 · Robinson, IL Robinson

Age 10 and under kids fun run5K Dirt Trail run5K asphalt run

From $15 Open

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OCI Therapy 2026 5K

Sat, Oct 3 · Rochester, IL Rochester

OCI Therapy 2026 5K

From $30 Closed

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