Trail Running calendar near Hanna City 2026-2027

Run the festive Fat Tuesday 5K or 10K at Keg Grove in Bloomington along the Constitution Trail. Grab Mardi Gras beads, enter a King Cake raffle and enjoy post race drinks while supporting St Vincent De Paul.

Trail races through the sandy pine forests of Sand Ridge State Forest near Manito, Illinois, offering 10K, half marathon, and marathon distances with aid stations, age group awards, and finisher medals for longer distances.

Blarney Blitz is a St. Patrick's Day themed 5K Run/Walk in Peoria, running along the Riverfront Trail with a post-race party at Kelleher's Irish Pub. The event benefits Crew 309 and is organized by ShaZam Racing.

Run scenic single track loops around Clinton Lake with 30 mile and 10 mile options on March 28, 2026. Expect rolling terrain, fully stocked aid stations, finisher swag and a community focused event supporting local trail maintenance.

Trail races at Carpenter Park on April 4 2026 offering 5K and 10K routes with river and woodland views. It is the first event in the All American Trail Trek Series and includes a race T-shirt and finisher medal.

Celebrate 25th Potawatomi Trail Runs April 9 to 12 in Pekin, Illinois at McNaughton Park. Choose from multiple ultra distances or a scenic 10 mile loop over single track, prairies and creek crossings with on course aid and rustic camping.

Allerton Races on April 11 and 12, 2026 features trail and road routes, a glowing nighttime Trail Glo 5K and virtual options for every pace. Proceeds support Robert Allerton Park and Make A Wish Illinois with Wish Warrior recognition.

Loud Thunder 50 features 50 mile, 50K and half marathon trail races at Loud Thunder Forest Preserve in Illinois City, IL, running scenic loops mostly on single and double track with plenty of climbing. Camp at Horse Corral Campground and en..

Trail races of 5 km and 10 km at Wildlife Prairie Park near Hanna City, IL, with park admission included. The event features water stations, post-race snacks, awards by overall and age groups, and a member discount.

Trail races at Sunderbruch Park in Davenport, IA, with approximate 5k and 10k single-track courses, a cup-free policy, packet pickup across multiple days, a free kids race, post-race potluck with bacon and beer, and online registration with..

Run the scenic 8K through Lincoln Memorial Garden on May 30 in Springfield, with wood chipped trails, bridges, and a Kids Fun Run around Cawley Meadow. Finishers get a shirt and wooden medallion, and the field is limited so register early.

Celebrate Independence Day at Freedom Run 2026 in Centennial Park, Springfield, with a 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile fun run. Chip timed courses start atop Centennial Hill, wind through scenic trails, and finish with breakfast, a shirt, and a medal.

Join the CMAR Trail Races at Camp Wokanda July 17 to 19, 2026, offering 100 Mile, 50 Mile, 50K and Half Marathon on scenic, hilly loop and out and back courses. Big elevation and friendly aid stations make it a rewarding trail challenge.

Tackle scenic trails at Scott County Park near Long Grove with options from a challenging 50K to 10 and 5 mile courses. Run rolling dirt and prairie singletrack, enjoy stocked aid stations and park amenities for a great trail weekend.

Take on Sand Ridge State Forest near Forest City Illinois the weekend of September 5 2026 at Temptation 200 Ultras. Pick a 200K, 50K or the cheeky Not At All Tempted 10K and opt to stop at a shorter distance on race day.

Run fast rolling trails at Sand Creek in Decatur on Sept 12 and choose 4.4 or 7.6 miles for a lively trail challenge. Get a tech shirt and finisher medal while supporting the Special Operations Warrior Foundation.

Experience a flat, fast 104 mile all trail ultramarathon along the historic Hennepin Canal from Sterling to Colona, running past locks, lift bridges and small Illinois towns. Choose 100 mile, 50 mile, 50K or team relay distances, with a nig..

Join Run The Woods on October 3, 2026 at Timber Pointe in Hudson IL for scenic trail races and a fun untimed one mile walk. Proceeds benefit Easterseals Central Illinois and Timber Pointe to help kids attend camp.

A trail event at Robert Allerton Park in Monticello on October 25, 2026, featuring a 5.7 mile run, a 2 mile nature walk, and a virtual 5.7 mile option. A portion of proceeds supports park trail maintenance and improvements.