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Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Plum Street / 8th Street parking lot, Marshall IL
1 Mile · 5K
46–62°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
33–59°F
dry
2024
41–63°F
dry
2023
55–72°F
dry
2022
60–75°F
dry
2021
53–73°F
rain
2020
41–51°F
dry
2019
49–58°F
dry
2018
37–55°F
dry
2017
42–52°F
dry
2016
49–62°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 24
Cloudy · 52–76°F
Saturday, Oct 24starts near 52°F · 13% chance of rain · wind up to 14 mph
About this race
Hosted by Marshall Rotary Club, the Jack-O-Jog is our second annual fun run event packed with fun, fitness, and Halloween safety for kids and families!
- Free Kids Dash
- A 2 block dash for K-6th grades dressed in Halloween best, registration required
- 1-Mile Loop
- Perfect for walkers of all ages
- 5K Fun Run
- For those ready to jog off their Halloween candy stash!
- Runners will enjoy the same 1 mile loop, just three times through
Costumes are encouraged—tennis shoes required!
Kids can enjoy a festive dash and will receive a goodie bag at the finish that will include a wearable safety item for trick-or-treating. Walkers and runners will receive a participation medal and t-shirt. It's a great way to get active, enjoy the season, and support a safe and spirited community celebration!
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