Abe's Amble

Race Overview

• Date: August 23, 2026
• Location: 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL
• Website: Abe's Amble
• Note: There are no refunds. If the live event cannot be held, registrations will be converted to the Virtual Race.

Event Details

• Course: A challenging 10K course covering the fairgrounds, Lincoln Park, and Oak Ridge Cemetery.
• Options: Includes a 10K and 5K distance.
• Shirt Guarantee: Register by Sunday, July 12, to guarantee a race shirt: no extra shirts ordered.
• Start Time: Both races will begin at 7:30 a.m. in a traditional mass start format.

Packet Pickup

• Date: Saturday, August 22, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Location: Lincoln Park Pavilion, 1601 N Fifth St, Springfield, IL.
• Expo: Enjoy our Expo with sponsors and a pre-race photo opportunity!
• Race Day Pickup: Limited pickup available on race day from 6:30 to 7:15 a.m.

Finisher Area

• Refreshments: Bottled water, bananas, and other refreshments available.
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Race Results & Awards

• Results Notification: Participants will receive a text message with their time after finishing.
• Live Results: Results will stream live throughout the morning at ItsRaceTime.com.
• Awards: Top Overall M/F and age group awards for both 10K and 5K participants.
• Post-Race Ceremony: Award winners recognized in a post-race awards ceremony.

Race Medals

• Medals: Provided at the finish line for both 10K and 5K participants.
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Virtual Participants

• Flexibility: Run or walk your 5K/10K whenever you choose.
• Result Submission: Submit your time starting the Monday after the race.
• Awards Eligibility: Virtual participants do not qualify for age group awards.
• Packet Pickup: Available on Saturday: no shipping for virtual participants.

Additional Notes

• Illinois Senior Olympics: Participation is eligible only for live participants, not for virtual.
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