Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 10- McLean 6.6K

Event Overview

• Date: 2026-09-07
• Location: 266 Dixie Rd, McLean, IL
• Distance: 6.6K run/walk
• Event URL: More Info

Description

• Spirit: A small‑town stop with big‑hearted Route 66 spirit.
• Charming Village: Home to the beloved McLean Depot Train Shop, blending small‑town warmth and railroad heritage.
• Solidarity: This series stands in solidarity with Enric Casacuberta, who is honoring those living with ALS.
• Heartfelt Meet-Up: McLean is where community and courage meet at the tracks.

Series Rewards

• Medal: Every participant receives one official series medal.
• Charms: Earn a new Route 66 charm with each completed stop, building your collection.
• Pace: Your series. Your pace. All for one cause.
• Shirt: Event shirts are optional and available for purchase during registration.

Event Highlights

• 6.6K Course: A scenic run through McLean’s historic corridor.
• Run With Enric: Join him for the 2.1-mile shared Sidekick segment.
• Railroad Heritage: Celebrate McLean’s identity with the depot and small-town charm.
• Community-Driven: Open to all paces — McLean’s hospitality makes this stop unforgettable.

What You Get

• Bib: Custom Stop 10: McLean 6.6K bib.
• Charm: McLean Route 66 charm for your medal.
• Celebration: Post-run celebration with the Spirits Run community.
• Support: Help raise awareness for ALS and Enric’s Route 66 mission.

Why 6.6K?

• Symbolism: Each event honors the Mother Road — 6.6 kilometers representing the journey families travel with ALS.
• Impact: Your miles matter. Your presence matters. Your solidarity matters.
• Journey: McLean may be small, but its spirit is mighty.
• Community: Add heart, history, and connection to the statewide chain of support.

Join Us

• Show Up: Lace up. Show up. Stand with us.
• Be Present: Side by side. Mile by mile. Down Route 66.