Community Cross Country Summer Series - Normal

Normal, United States • 2-30 Jul 2026

Community Cross Country Summer Series - Normal

A five-night cross country series takes place on Thursdays in July at Maxwell Park / Parkside Junior High School in Normal, IL, using the XC course start line next to the softball fields. The series runs 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23 and 7/30, with the final night designated as awards night.

Entry options include a weekly participant fee of $5 or a single registration covering all five nights for $20. Registration for the full series opens on 2026-04-14.

Each night features multiple race distances with age-based categories:

  • 800 meters for ages 8 and under
  • 2 mile for ages 14 and under
  • 3 mile open division

The awards night on 7/30 is timed and recognizes the top three male and top three female finishers in each age group. Age group awards cover a range from 6 and under through 70 plus, listed as: 6 and under; 7-8; 9-10; 11-12; 13-14; 15-16; 17-18; 19-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 plus.

The event is presented as a sequence of weekly fun runs on a cross country course at a fixed park location. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

3 mi
3 Mile (open)
2 Mile (ages 14 and Under)
800 Meters (ages 8 and Under)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

A chip timed 5k run and walk at Mackinaw Valley Vineyard and Winery on June 14, 2026, featuring a two lap cross country course, race swag, and a pour of wine for eligible participants. The event benefits The Heller Center for Kids with Canc..

A youth and family 2K obstacle course at Maxwell Park with about 15 obstacles. Waves serve ages 5 and up; participants get a shirt, medal and a timed result, with trophies for top three in each competitive age group.

Hill of a Race 2026 in Bloomington, IL combines a lap based Endurance Challenge with multiple 3 mile obstacle course waves, including competitive men, women, masters and several recreational waves.

Test your endurance at Comlara Park with a unique hourly trail challenge ranging from one to twelve hours. Run a scenic loop every hour to stay in the game or enjoy a relaxed pace in the open format events.

Add Event
Help us complete the calendar!
  • Distance is at least 5 km
  • Event has a website or Facebook page
Website
Optional: Please provide your e-mail address if we may contact you.
Report a change
We will only update the data if the information is also on the website.