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Sunday, September 27th, 2026
PO Box 327, Dekalb IL
10K · 5K
57–74°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
60–85°F
dry
2024
61–72°F
dry
2023
59–71°F
rain
2022
44–57°F
dry
2021
61–85°F
dry
2020
55–72°F
rain
2019
60–73°F
rain
2018
47–67°F
dry
2017
57–70°F
dry
2016
53–67°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Sep 27
Sunny · 41–62°F
Sunday, Sep 27starts near 41°F · 20% chance of rain · wind up to 13 mph
About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: DeKalb Corn Classic 10K & 5K
- Date: September 27, 2026
- Location: PO Box 327, DeKalb, IL
- More Info: Race Website
Race Details
- Route: Beginning and ending in Downtown DeKalb, taking runners through historical neighborhoods, along the Kishwaukee River via Prairie Park, through NIU's campus and Huskie Stadium.
- Finish Line: Ends in Van Buer Plaza with a Post Race Celebration!
- Entertainment: Includes the Huskie Marching Band, NIU Jazz Band, and Steelband!
- History: This marks the 46th DeKalb Corn Classic.
Community Spirit
- Theme: Running Forward Together – Always.
- Hashtags: #DeKalbCornClassic #RunForwardTogether
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