Belleville Main Street Marathon & Half Marathon

🏃‍♂️ Belleville Main Street Marathon & Half Marathon

Get ready to make history with us on Saturday, September 26, 2026, as we commemorate the 10th Anniversary of the Belleville Main Street Marathon and our Half Marathon being designated as the Road Runners Club of America Illinois State Championship Event!!! This year promises to be our biggest and most exciting event yet, and we want you there to help celebrate as you experience the excitement of running America's longest Main Street in the historic town of Belleville, IL, in the heart of America and just a short drive from downtown St. Louis, MO!

🎉 Race Highlights

• Anniversary Swag: The first 900 registrants will receive a pair of goodr sunglasses as part of their registration!
• Challenge: Rise to the challenge of 26 (point 2) miles on the 26th, in '26 to receive even more swag!
• Support: You will be greeted by enthusiastic volunteers on every corner, providing incredible support and cheers.
• Course: The full marathon is a USTAF-certified Boston Marathon qualifier that includes about 10 miles on a paved trail.

🍕 Post-Race Celebration

• Food: Belleville's Bennie's Pizza Pub pizza will be offered.
• Beverage: A special beer brewed just for you by Belleville's Shoehorn Brewing (for those ages 21 and older).
• Entertainment: Enjoy a DJ for a festive atmosphere.
• Non-Profit Event: Proceeds reinvested back into our community.

📅 2026 Registration and Entry Fees

FULL MARATHON*

• Jan 10-Jan 16: $50
• Jan 17-Jan 31: $65
• Feb 1-Mar 31: $80
• Apr 1-May 31: $90
• Jun 1-July 31: $105
• Aug 1-Sep 19: $120
• Sep 20-Sep 26: $130

*Must be at least 18 years old to participant in the full marathon.

HALF MARATHON

• Jan 10-Jan 16: $45
• Jan 17-Jan 31: $55
• Feb 1-Mar 31: $70
• Apr 1-May 31: $80
• Jun 1-July 31: $95
• Aug 1-Sep 19: $110
• Sep 20-Sep 26: $120

Must be at least 13 years old to participant in the half marathon. A parent or legal guardian must register participants younger than 18 years of age and agree to the event waiver.

To be guaranteed an event shirt size, registration must be completed by September 13.

Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

For more details, visit the official race page.