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When
Saturday, November 28th, 2026
Where
200 Piasa St., Alton IL
Distances
5K
Typical weather
34–48°F · some rain risk
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2025
22–35°F
dry
2024
31–40°F
dry
2023
22–33°F
dry
2022
39–51°F
dry
2021
32–45°F
dry
2020
32–51°F
dry
2019
31–37°F
dry
2018
20–33°F
dry
2017
51–67°F
dry
2016
43–52°F
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About this race
The 67th Great River Road Run
Date: 2026-11-28
Location: 200 Piasa St., Alton, IL
Race Overview
- Distance Options: 10 mile and 5k
- Course Type: Out and back on the Great River Road
- Scenery: Flat scenic course with the Mississippi river on one side and beautiful bluffs on the other
- Start Time: 9:00am at the corner of Broadway & State st. in Alton, IL
Post-Race Activities
- Lunch: Enjoy lunch at one of Alton's unique restaurants
- Shopping: Stroll downtown Alton for Christmas shopping
- Shops: Explore many antique and unique shops
- Experience: Make it a full day of fun in Alton!
Event Details and Schedule
- Registration: Begins at 7:00am
- Race Start: Begins at 9:00am
- Parking: Plenty of parking lots available downtown Alton
- Packet Pick Up: At Mac'c Downtown, 315 Belle St., Alton, IL 62002
Additional Information
- Race Day Registration: Accepts cash, check or credit/Debit cards
- Weather: Be aware of the weather that day and dress accordingly
- We look forward to: Seeing you!
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