Sweetcorn 5K Classic 2026
Hoopeston, IL
Sat, Sep 5, 2026
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Saturday, September 5th, 2026
209 S. Market St, Hoopeston IL
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About this race
Sweetcorn 5K Classic 2026
The Sweetcorn 5K Classic is a memorial race in honor of Bill Orr, the original creator and director. The Sweetcorn race began in 1978 as a 10K race and was shortened to 5K in 1982.
This year's course will start in the heart of downtown Hoopeston at Main and Market. You will run through the mostly shaded neighborhoods of our modest town. Along the way, you will be encouraged and cheered on by locals, some of whom have watched this race as spectators for more than a decade!
The conclusion of the Sweetcorn 5K Classic begins a bustling and eventful Saturday, including the Sweetcorn Parade at 10am, the Sweetcorn Festival, and an abundance of events and entertainment throughout the day.
Come to Hoopeston, run or walk the 5K (or 1 mile), and enjoy our annual Sweetcorn Festival!
Event Details
The 82nd National Sweetcorn Festival Presents:
2026 Sweetcorn 5K Classic
and 1 Mile Run/Walk
Course & Finish Line
- Accurate Course: Residential, heavily shaded
- Split Times: All participants receive split times during the race
- Multiple Aid Stations: 2 Aid stations along the course
- Medical Support: On-site medical assistance available
- Finish Line Digital Clock: Keep track of your time at the finish
- Computerized Results: Fast and accurate results
- Food & Refreshments: Available post-race
Awards
5K Awards
Overall male and female winners of 5K receive a Race Champion Title belt. Age division awards consist of plaques 3 deep in each division.
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Awards
First place winner will receive a Race Champion Title belt. The next 9 finishers receive custom medallions. Non-enscribed medals for all other participants.
Little Corn Eaters Run For Fun
A short distance run for children 6 years and younger!
Race Day Registration and Check-in
- Time: 6:30 A.M. to 7:30 A.M.
- Location: Downtown City Lot, 209 S. Market St, Hoopeston, IL
- 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk: Begins at 7:30 A.M.
- 5K Race: Begins at 8 A.M.
- Little Corn Eaters Run: Begins at approximately 8:45 A.M., after the 5K Race
- Awards Presentation: Approximately at 9 A.M.
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Course map
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