Tri-State Warrior Run

Event Overview

Join us for the annual Tri-State Warrior Run/Walk, 5k, 10k & HALF MARATHON! New to the 2025 race...the Bob Scott Memorial Kids Fun Run!

Beneficiary Information

• Purpose: Supports unmet needs of area Veterans and their families since 2012.
• Location: Starts and ends on the historic grounds of the IL Veterans Home, built in 1886.
• Experience: Participants will see extraordinary architecture, peaceful woods, and US Military memorials.
• Finishers: Traditional dog tag-style medals are given to all event finishers.

Race Details

The 1 Mile Walk, 5k, 10k and Half Marathon challenge runners along hills through Sunset Cemetery and the Medal of Honor Memorial before looping back to the finish line.

Kids Fun Run

• New Addition: Inaugural Bob Scott Memorial Kids Fun Run for ages 10 and under.
• Registration Fee: $10/kid which includes a medal.
• Distances: 5 and under- 100 meter run, 6 and older- 200 meter run.

Virtual Participation

• Options: VIRTUAL 5K, 10K & Half Marathon available.
• Submission Times: Virtual submissions may begin at 6am on 10/26/25 through 11:30pm 11/02/25.
• Requirements: Virtual runners will get a shirt and medal if registered by 10/17/25.

Timing and Route Information

There will be chip timing for the event, but prepare for potential delays as the routes cross railroad tracks.

Weather Considerations

• Typical Weather: Late October in West Central IL may range from mild 50s-60s to 20s & 30s.
• Advice: Watch the local weather for what to expect race week.
• Venue: Mays Park and the historic IL Vet's Home - always a beautiful day to run!

Registration Information

Shirt sizes are guaranteed only with online registration by Friday 10/17/25. Online Registration ends at midnight Thursday 10/23/25.

Packet pickup will be Saturday 10/25/25 at Running Wild 3502 Broadway from 11am-3pm. No registration on Race Day.

Race Start Details

• Start Time: Participants will line up for the start at 7:45am, events begin at 8:00am.
• Kids Fun Run: Starts at 9:00am at the designated start line per age group.

Awards Information

• 5K Awards: Presented at 8:45am.
• 10K Awards: Presented at 9:30am.
• Half Marathon Awards: Presented at 10:15am.

Course Time Limit

ALL events have a course time limit of 3 hours.

Parking Instructions

• Additional Parking: Available by the Administration Building off the 12th St entrance.
• Important Note: Please do not park on the Veteran's Home roads.

Contact Information

For more info email: tristatewarriorrun@gmail.com.

Event URL

Visit our website for further details: Tri-State Warrior Run.