1601 N 5th St, Springfield IL
Saturday, August 8th, 2026
Run Your Bundts Off 2026
Benefiting Girls on the Run of Central Illinois & True North Running
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Location: Lincoln Park, Springfield, IL
Distances: 5K Run or 2-Mile Walk
Start Time: 8:00 AM (please line up by 7:45 AM)
Contact: Sean Urban – Springfield-IL@NothingBundtCakes.com
Event Overview
Join us for the 2026 Run Your Bundts Off, a fun, welcoming community race that brings runners, walkers, and families together for a great cause. Whether you’re chasing a PR or enjoying a relaxed walk through Lincoln Park, this event has something for everyone.
All event profits benefit Girls on the Run of Central Illinois and True North Running, helping support youth programming and the local running community.
What Participants Receive
- Bundtinis: waiting for you at the finish line
- Race Photos: Complimentary race photos provided by Madeline at Almalee Photography
- Finisher Medal: A custom finisher medal to celebrate your accomplishment
- Race T-Shirt: Provided by Impressions Designs
Community Partners
We’re proud to partner with the following businesses and organizations who help make Run Your Bundts Off possible:
- Springfield Running Center
- Supplement Superstore
- Modern Mailing & Printing
- Portillo's of Springfield
Start Line Information
The start and finish line will be located in the Lincoln Park Maintenance parking lot near the Nelson Center. This area will be barricaded for the event.
Parking is available at the Nelson Center and nearby park lots. Please follow posted signage and look for the Start/Finish arch.
5K runners should line up toward the front. Walkers should line up toward the back.
Please arrive at the start area by 7:45 AM for announcements and a quick warm-up.
Packet Pickup
Friday, August 7: 4:00–6:00 PM at Nothing Bundt Cakes, 2476 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL
Race Day Pickup: Beginning at 7:00 AM at the event site
Participants must present their registration QR code to pick up their race packet. Picking up for another participant is welcome, but you must also have that participant’s registration QR code.
Registration Information
Registration will remain open until the event reaches the 500-participant capacity (runners and walkers combined). We sold out a month before the race last year, so make sure to register early!
The Route
The 5K course features three loops around the Lincoln Park main path, totaling approximately 3.3 miles. Runners and walkers will start by heading downhill from the Start/Finish arch and finish strong by entering the chute on the final lap.
Awards (5K Only)
- Overall Finishers: Top three overall male and female finishers
- Age Groups: Top three finishers in each age and gender division
Parking
Parking is available at the Nelson Center and surrounding Lincoln Park lots. Look for signage!
New for 2026
- Expanded Village: with more vendors and activities
- New Race Medals: from Ashworth Awards
- Portable Restrooms: Additional for added convenience
- New Shirts: from Impressions Designs
Additional Notes
This is a rain or shine event. The course is subject to change. Unclaimed packets will be donated.
Race Beneficiaries
All event profits benefit:
Registration
For more information, visit the registration page.
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