Running Races in Illinois — 2026

There are 654 running races in Illinois in 2026 across 302 cities. The next upcoming race is the Heart of a Queen 5K Fun Run/Walk in Springfield on April 18. Popular distances include 5K races, trail runs, 10K races.

Plainfield Twisters 5k Fundraiser and Charity run

Sun, Apr 26 · Plainfield, IL Plainfield

Road Plainfield Twisters 5k Fundraiser and Charity run

From $50 Open Closing Soon

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St Charles Splash and Dash

Sun, Apr 26 · St. Charles, IL St. Charles

Triathlon Seniors 11-17Juniors 6-10Adults

From $27 Open Closing Soon

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Wolfie Dash

Mon, Apr 27 · Rolling Meadows, IL Rolling Meadows

Open Closing Soon

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2026 Manion WOD - Double Bull CrossFit

Wed, Apr 29 · Oswego, IL Oswego

Manion WOD Workout

From $34 Open Closing Soon

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SAAPM 5K

Thu, Apr 30 · Scott Air Force Base, IL Scott Air Force Base

Open Closing Soon

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2026 Manion WOD - F3 Chaminwood

Thu, Apr 30 · Wilmington, IL Wilmington

Manion WOD Ruck Workout

From $40 Open Closing Soon

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#31MileDogWalkInMay benefiting Christmas Without Cancer

Fri, May 1 · Anywhere, IL Anywhere

Open

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Insight Y.O.B Walk-A-Thon 2026

Sat, May 2 · Berkeley, IL Berkeley

Road Insight Y.O.B Walk-A-Thon 2026

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Northern Illinois Food Bank's Fight Hunger 5K I 10K I 1-Mile

Sat, May 2 · Wheaton, IL Wheaton

Road 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk5K Run/Walk10K Run

From $30 Open Closing Soon

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OUTLAST CHICAGO

Sat, May 2 · Palatine, IL Palatine

Trail 6 Hour Challenge - Sunday6 Hour Challenge - Saturday

From $90 Open Closing Soon

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Hearts Desire 6-Hour Endurance Run

Sat, May 2 · Herrin, IL Herrin

Road 6HR Endurance Run

From $35 Open

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HOH5K Run/Walk/Roll benefitting the D28 Homer O. Harvey Scholarship Fund

Sat, May 2 · Northbrook, IL Northbrook

Road HOH5K - Child (5-18)HOH5K - Adult (18+)HOH5K Tshirt Purchase ONLY +2

From $0 Open

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Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Greater Chicago

Sat, May 2 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual 1 Mile5K10K +4

From $17 Open Closing Soon 5 spots left

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Riddle Me This 5K

Sat, May 2 · Peoria, IL Peoria

Road Riddle Me This 5K

From $25 Open

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Dark Ages Night Obstacle Race

Sat, May 2 · Mchenry, IL Mchenry

OCR 5k Open Heat (8:45)5k Elite Heat (10:15)5k Open Heat (6:30) +13

From $70 Open 50 spots left

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TCS Falcon 5K

Sat, May 2 · Carterville, IL Carterville

Road TCS Falcon 5K RunTCS Falcon 5K WalkTCS Falcon 5K Run (10 and under) +1

From $15 Open

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2026 Manion WOD - Jaguar Strength & Conditioning - Lemont

Sat, May 2 · Lemont, IL Lemont

Manion WOD Workout

From $34 Open

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Chicago Police Memorial Foundation Run to Remember

Sat, May 2 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual 5K Run (Timed)5K Walk (Untimed)Virtual 5K Run/Walk - T-Shirt, Bib, Shipping included! +1

From $0 Open Closing Soon

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EmpoweRun / Walk 5K

Sat, May 2 · Libertyville, IL Libertyville

Road EmpoweRun / Walk 5K

From $30 Open

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The Universal Sole Spring Trail Challenge

Sat, May 2 · Willow Springs, IL Willow Springs

Trail Universal Sole Spring Trail Challenge - 3.1 Mile Trail Run LoopUniversal Sole Spring Trail Challenge - 5.4 Mile Trail Run Loop

From $40 Open

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The Lake Run

Sat, May 2 · Hudson, IL Hudson

Road 3 Mile Walk4.37 Mile12K +1

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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Mattea's Joy SuperHero 5K

Sat, May 2 · Bradley, IL Bradley

Virtual 2 Mile WalkKid 2 Mile Walk (12 and under only please)Virtual 5K +2

From $15 Open Closing Soon

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Jacobs Farm Charity Fun Run

Sat, May 2 · Streamwood, IL Streamwood

Road 2.25k5KGirls on the Run 5k

From $30 Open

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Hydrants, Hoses, and Heroes 5K

Sat, May 2 · Highland, IL Highland

Road Hydrant, Hoses, and Heroes 5K

From $30 Open

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Hike for Hearing 5K Run/Walk

Sat, May 2 · Loves Park, IL Loves Park

Hike for Hearing 5K Run/Walk

From $35 Open

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Lace Up for a Cause: For A Better Tomorrow (FBT) 5K & 2K

Sat, May 2 · Bloomington, IL Bloomington

Road 2K Run/WalkSTEAM Quest - 2K Run/Walk5K Run +1

From $15 Open

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Byron Rocks 5k & 10k - Run it. Walk it. Ruck it.

Sat, May 2 · Byron, IL Byron

Road 5k5K RuckRuck 10K +1

From $40 Open

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Steck Elementary School Fun Run

Sat, May 2 · Aurora, IL Aurora

Road 1 Mile

From $22 Open

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RIVER TO RIVER MARATHON

Sat, May 2 · Rockport, IL Rockport

Road River to River Marathon (Mississippi River to Illinois River)

From $89 Open Closing Soon

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Kirby Derby

Sat, May 2 · Monticello, IL Monticello

Road 5K Run/Walk10K Run

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Miles for Smiles 5K

Sat, May 2 · McHenry, IL McHenry

Road 5K Foam Run5K Foam Run - MCHS Students

From $15 Open

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White Lily Project 5k Run and Walk

Sat, May 2 · Teutopolis, IL Teutopolis

Road 1 Mile Run/Walk5k Run/Walk

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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2026 Manion WOD - Jaguar Strength & Conditioning - Chicago

Sat, May 2 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Manion WOD Workout

From $34 Open

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Run for BEER - Solemn Oath Brewery

Sun, May 3 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road Run for Beer - Solemn Oath Brewery

From $40 Open

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Spring Stampede 5K/10K

Sun, May 3 · Hanna City, IL Hanna City

Trail IVS Spring Stampede 5k RaceIVS Spring Stampede 10k Race

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Chicagoland Spring Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K

Sun, May 3 · Schaumburg, IL Schaumburg

Virtual 10K - Extended Online RegistrationVirtual Run - 10K10K +6

From $49.99 Open

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Tailwagger Trot

Sun, May 3 · Lisle, IL Lisle

Road 5K

From $35 Open

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Chain of Rocks Bridge Duathlon

Sun, May 3 · Granite City, IL Granite City

Triathlon Duathlon RelayIndividual Duathlon

From $55 Open

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Haven's 5K

Sun, May 3 · Winnetka, IL Winnetka

Haven's 5K

From $35 Open

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Unit 5K

Sun, May 3 · Normal, IL Normal

Road One Mile5K

From $10 Open Closing Soon

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Donovan Color 5K & Bobcat Dash Run/Walk

Fri, May 8 · Donovan, IL Donovan

Road 5K Color Run/WalkStudent Price 18 and Under for the 5K

From $15 Open

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Glow Up & Show Up

Fri, May 8 · Ullin, IL Ullin

Glow Up & Show Up Breast Cancer Walk Adult RegistrationGlow Up & Show Up Breast Cancer Walk Child Registration Ages 5-12

From $15 Open

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Starved Rock Country Marathon

Sat, May 9 · Ottawa, IL Ottawa

Road 5k10KHalf Marathon - No Shirt +3

From $40 Open

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Ribbons of Hope 5k

Sat, May 9 · Mokena, IL Mokena

Road 1 Mile Walk5kKids Dash

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Pink 5k Oak Brook Park District

Sat, May 9 · Oak Brook, IL Oak Brook

Road Pink 5k Oak Brook Park District

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Maryville Police Donut Dash 5K Walk/Run

Sat, May 9 · Maryville, IL Maryville

Road 5K

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Lap the Lake 5K & Fun Run

Sat, May 9 · Ina, IL Ina

Road Lap the Lake 5K

From $25 Open

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RMS Color Fun Run 5K

Sat, May 9 · Batavia, IL Batavia

Road RMS Color Fun Run 5K

From $25 Open

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1st Annual VFW Post 99 .1K

Sat, May 9 · Decatur, IL Decatur

Road .1K Fun Run

From $20 Open

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Quarryman Challenge

Sat, May 9 · Lemont, IL Lemont

Road 5K10 Mile

From $30 Open

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