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Saturday, November 7th, 2026
300 E College Ave, Eureka IL
5K · 1 Mile
37–54°F · low rain risk
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About this race
Event Overview
Join Eureka College as we celebrate The Fall of The Wall by running (or walking) in Ronald Reagan's footsteps on Eureka's historic campus!
About the Event
- Collaboration: All new this year the Red Devil XC & Distance team and the Eureka College Alumni and Development team are coming together to celebrate the 36th anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall.
- Support: Your support enhances our ability to provide an amazing experience for our students and carry on President Reagan's call for freedom.
Schedule
- 8:00 a.m. – Registration/Packet Pick Up
- 9:30 a.m. – 400m or 1.2 Mile Kids Dash (12 & under)
- 9:45 a.m. – 5K Race & 1 Mile Walk
Participant Perks
- Race T-Shirt: All Participants Receive a Race T-Shirt*
- Pancake Breakfast: Free for participants: Guests may purchase breakfast: Adults $7.25, children 7-12 $6.00, children 6 & under free.
- Awards: 5K Awards for Top Overall Male/Female Runners & Top 3 Male/Female in Age Groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Registration Pricing
- 5k Race: $25 (Family Pricing available - same household 4 or more registrants max of $80)
- 1 Mile Walk: $20 (untimed)
- Kids Dash: 400m or 1 Mile (12 & under) - $10
The Route
The starting line will be at the corner of Reagan Drive and Burgess Street. Runners continue on Burgess, east on James Street, south on Dickinson Drive and west on Reagan Drive. This square will be completed three times. Finish on College Ave, just feet away from our Peace Garden, featuring a piece of the Berlin Wall.
Parking
Parking available at East Burgess gravel parking lot or the Reagan Athletic Center Parking Lot.
Registration/Packet Pick Up
Registration/Packet Pick Up will be at the starting line.
Contact Information
Questions: Please contact Chris Robinson at [email protected]
Important Notes
- Registration Deadline: Must register by Oct, 27 to guarantee t-shirt*
- T-Shirt Policy: No t-shirt discount option on 5k only*
Event Details
Date: 2026-11-07
Location: 300 E College Ave, Eureka, IL
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