722 E Cumberland Rd, Altamont IL
Sunday, August 2nd, 2026
🏃♂️ Race Details
- Date: August 2, 2026
- Location: 722 E Cumberland Rd, Altamont, IL
- Registration: Race morning registrations accepted: please bring exact change or check made out to Kinetic Timing. 5k-$26.00, 1 Mile-$18.00.
- Website: Effingham County Fair 5K
⏰ Race Schedule
- Packet Pickup: Race Morning Packet pickup and Race day registration will be between 6:45 - 7:15 AM.
- Race Start: The race will start at 7:30 AM sharp.
- Shirt Guarantee: Register before July 21st to guarantee a Race Shirt. NO SHIRTS AVAILABLE ON RACE MORNING.
- Timing: Professional chip timing by Kinetic Timing will be used to time the race.
🏁 Race Course
- Start and Finish: The race will start and finish on the horse track in front of the grandstands.
- Course Description: Runners will take a loop around the track, head toward Gilbert Park, complete two loops on the NEW ACHS/AGS Track, then return to the horse track.
- Water Stations: Water will be positioned at 1 location on the course just after the 1st mile (1.15) at the start of the country grass loop.
- Awards: Awards will be given to the Top 3 Male and Female Runners.
🎉 Event Highlights
- Fair Activities: The race kicks off the annual Effingham County Fair, famous for various attractions.
- Fair Events: Enjoy the Pork Producers Stand, Talent Show, Demo Derby, Fair Queen Pageant, Horse Races, and Tractor Pull.
- Community Spirit: Join in the fun and festivities as part of this exciting fair week!
- Run for a Cause: Experience a community-centered event that promotes health and fellowship.
