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Run The Rails

Elburn, United States • 16 Aug 2025

Run the Rails is a community running event held in Elburn, Illinois, featuring a 4-mile run, a 7-mile run, and a 1-mile fun run. Presented by the Elburn Parks Commission, the race offers a vibrant atmosphere with opportunities for local businesses to sponsor and gain visibility through banners, race T-shirts, and signage along the course. The event takes place near Prairie Park at East North Street and 3rd Street, providing a scenic and engaging course for participants. Sponsorship levels range from bronze to platinum, each offering various promotional benefits, including race entries and booth space in the race village. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Illinois Elburn

Race information

Registration
7 mi
7-Mile Run
4 mi
4-Mile Run
1-Mile Fun Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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