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Saturday, November 7th, 2026
6168 Center Grove Rd, Edwardsville IL
5K
41–58°F · low rain risk
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2025
54–70°F
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43–58°F
dry
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54–73°F
dry
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47–61°F
dry
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39–65°F
dry
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50–73°F
dry
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28–47°F
dry
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38–51°F
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43–50°F
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48–69°F
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About this race
Event Overview
Our 12th Annual 5K race is a fundraiser for the nonprofit youth program, Edwardsville Wrestling Club. EWC's Mission is to enrich the lives of our wrestlers and their families through the sport of wrestling.
Race Details
- Date: 2026-11-07
- Location: 6168 Center Grove Rd, Edwardsville, IL
- Start Point: Edwardsville High School
- Trail: Follows MCT trails to the Jon Davis Wrestling Center
Awards
Awards will be given to the Top 3 finishers in their respective categories (Male & Female 10 & Under, 11-12, 13-15, 16-25, 26-35, 36-45, 46-55, and 55+). There will also be trophies and gift card prizes for the Top Male and Female finishers.
Kids Fun Run
The Kids Obstacle Course Fun Run will start immediately following awards. The obstacle course will be run around the Jon Davis Wrestling Center with 5 obstacles (including a bounce house!). Runners will be separated by age groups. Each participant will get a medal after completing the course.
Post Race Party
Our post race party will consist of games, hot chocolate, popcorn, and bounce house!
Registration
For more information and to register, visit: EWC 5K Race & Kids Fun Run
Course map
Hotels for race weekend
Live prices near the start line, Nov 6 – 8, 2026.
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