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Saturday, October 10th, 2026
400 North Alton Street, Lebanon IL
5K
54–73°F · low rain risk
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2025
46–72°F
dry
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52–78°F
dry
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43–65°F
dry
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50–79°F
dry
2021
70–85°F
dry
2020
61–80°F
dry
2019
61–80°F
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2018
57–77°F
rain
2017
54–79°F
rain
2016
52–74°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Oct 10
Sunny · 51–82°F
Saturday, Oct 10starts near 51°F · 3% chance of rain · wind up to 8 mph
About this race
Race Overview
Kick off McKendree University's Homecoming & Family Weekend at the Rise and Shine 5K Run/Walk & Kids Dash! Enjoy a fun course through McKendree University's campus and historic downtown Lebanon—perfect for runners, walkers, and future Bearcats alike.
Event Schedule
- 7 a.m.: 5K Walk/Run starting line will be located at the circle drive in front of the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts.
- 8:15 a.m.: (Approximately) The Kids' Dash (150 meter) will take place at the conclusion of the 5K Walk/Run around the circle drive in front of the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts. Participants will receive a t-shirt and participant medal!
Registration Information
- Sign-up Deadline: Sign-up by September 26th to be guaranteed a t-shirt and finisher medal!
- Packet Pickup: Early packet pickup will be October 6th - 8th from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Hills Clubhouse at McKendree University (1015 Belleville Ave., Lebanon, IL).
- Check-in: Day of check-in for race and walk-up participants should go to purple tent in center of the Hett circle drive.
- Parking: Parking will be in lot H for this event. Participants will need to walk to starting line/area.
Entry Fees
- Adult 5K: $35
- McKendree Student Discount 5K: $20
- Kids Dash: $15
Participant Perks
Participants will receive a t-shirt and participant medal. Kids' Dash participants will receive a t-shirt, medal, and a Raising Cane's certificate.
Awards
Awards will be given to the Overall Male Winner, Overall Female Winner, and to the top participant in each ten-year age division (10–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, etc.).
Event Location
400 North Alton Street, Lebanon, IL
More Information
For more details, visit the official race page: McKendree Homecoming & Family Weekend 5K.
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