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Friday, August 28th, 2026
308 Uncas St., Tonica IL
5K
64–81°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2025
59–78°F
dry
2024
73–87°F
dry
2023
56–78°F
dry
2022
70–86°F
rain
2021
75–88°F
rain
2020
74–92°F
dry
2019
60–76°F
dry
2018
75–84°F
rain
2017
61–77°F
rain
2016
69–84°F
dry
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About this race
Friday, August 28th, 2026 at 7 PM
Registration:
- Cost: $25 if registered by 8/14
- Family Special: $75- Family Special 4+ from same household - by 8/14 only (1 form per participant)
- Late Registration: $30 if registered from 8/15- Race day (T-shirt not guaranteed)
- Refund Policy: NO REFUNDS & NO TRANSFERS
Packet Pick Up:
- Time: 6:00- 7:00 PM
- Location: Village Hall, 308 Uncas St. Tonica, IL
Awards:
- Overall Winners: Overall male & female (plaque)
- Top Local: Top Tonica resident male & female (plaque)
- Age Division: Top 3 male and female in each age division (medal)
Age Groups:
9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+ (more age groups this year!)
Course:
- Timing: Chip-timed by Racing Expectations
- Certification: USA Track and Field Certified #IL23005NM
- Course Type: Out and back course that starts and ends at Village Hall
- Facilities: Restrooms and refreshments available after the race
Special Features:
- Drink Voucher: Included with registration for participants 21+
- Challenges: Opportunities to win a cash prize!
- Kids' Fun Run: FREE Kids' Fun Run @ 6:45 PM. No registration required. For ages 10 & under. Medals for all participants.
Contact:
Questions? Contact Amber Heider (815) 481-4657
Race Information:
For more details, visit the official race page.
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