Lincoln Douglas 5K and Fun Run

Event Overview

• Event Name: 23rd Annual 5K, One-Mile Fun Run and Kids Races
• Date: Saturday, August 8th, 2026
• Race Start Time: 8 a.m. (5K start at 8:15 a.m.)
• Location: Taylor Park, 900 East Stephenson Street, Freeport, IL 61032

Race Details

• Course Description: The Lincoln-Douglas 5K, One-Mile Fun Run and Kids Races combine a fun, fast, and competitive 5K race with a fun run and series of kids races that ultimately crowns the "Fastest Kid in Town."
• Course Layout: The course consists of three loops around the historic paved road inside Taylor Park – a 5K (3.1 miles), wheel-measured, certified course that is flat and fast designed to help you achieve a personal best.
• Fun Run: A one mile fun run involves one loop of the 5k course.
• Additional Info: For more information visit https://www.uwni.org/lincoln-douglas-5k

Event Schedule

• 6:45-7:45: Race Day Registration - Same Day Registrations Welcome
• 8:00 AM: Welcome & Brief Program, National Anthem
• 8:05: One Mile Fun Run
• 8:15: 5K Begins (Approx.)

Kids Races

• 9:30: Kids Races start - 8 and under 100 yards
• 9:32: 9-10 200 yards
• 9:34: 11-12 400 yards
• 9:40: 100 yard for Fastest Kid in Town

Awards Ceremony

• 9:45: Results/Trophies/Awards