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Sunday, September 26th, 2027
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 26
Foggy · 47–68°F
Sunday, Sep 26starts near 47°F · 0% chance of rain · wind up to 6 mph
About this race
DeKalb Corn Classic 10K & 5K
We are looking forward to September 27, 2026!
Beginning and ending in Downtown DeKalb, the route will take runners through historical neighborhoods, along the Kishwaukee River via Prairie Park, through NIU's campus and Huskie Stadium and ending in Van Buer Plaza with a Post Race Celebration! On Course Entertainment includes the Huskie Marching Band, NIU Jazz Band, and Steelband!
Our roots run strong and we look forward to gathering for the 46th DeKalb Corn Classic!
Running Forward Together – Always.
#DeKalbCornClassic #RunForwardTogether
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