Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

All registration will be done online.  To save time, please complete your registration prior to arriving on site.Get ready to raise the banner high at the Town and Gown Hybrid 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk as a part of Homecoming. The in-person race will take off at the Student Fitness Center at 8 a.m. and go through Uptown Normal and around campus. One water stop will be set on the course, and refreshments, courtesy of the Town of Normal, will be available afterward for all run/walk participants. Check out the course to get ready to run. The Office of Sustainability will be onsite with reusable water bottles and Zero Waste Crew to make this a zero-waste event. No pets, please. Strollers welcomed. Parking is available in the School Street Parking Garage off of Beaufort. Prizes will be awarded to overall male and female winners, overall male and female wheelchair racers, and overall non-binary racer. Additional awards for the top three male and female finishers in each age division: 14 &am

Join us for the Howl-O-Ween Hustle at The Corn Crib! We're celebrating Halloween with a fun run/walk at 11 am on 10/31. This event features a 5K run/walk and a 1-mile walk option, with the course taking participants around the Corn Crib grounds and onto Heartland Community College’s campus. This race is a fun run and not officially timed, however there will be a time clock. The Howl-O-Ween Hustle is a fundraiser benefiting Wish Bone Canine Rescue, with special participation from other rescues in our area. Together, we’re working to give more pets the safe, happy homes they deserve. Bring the whole family—two-legged and four! Dogs are welcome to join the fun (must be friendly, on a leash, and comfortable around other people and pets). Kids are encouraged too—this is a truly family-friendly event! Free registration for kids 12 years and younger! Stick around after the race for our adoption event and Fall festivities! We will also have a Halloween Pet Costume Contest, where you and your pup can strut their spooky (or silly) style. There will be prizes for Best Overall, Best Group, Best Dog, and Best Dog/Owner Combo! Get ready to run, walk, and wag your way through a course full of fitness, fun, and fundraising for a great cause!

Get ready for this year’s Jingle Bell Run, the original festive race for charity brought to you by the Arthritis Foundation. Wear your favorite holiday gear, and let's jingle all the way toward a cure! Whether you're running, walking, or strolling, bring your friends, family, and coworkers along for the ride. Together, we're spreading joy and making strides towards a brighter future — saying "YES" to life, despite arthritis. Don't miss out on this special occasion to make a real difference while celebrating four decades of impact with the Jingle Bell Run. Let's lace up, hit the pavement, and jingle our way toward victory over arthritis!

Join us, wear red, and celebrate Edder with us. In the early hours of November 2, 2025, the Normal Fire Department bravely responded to a house fire. The impact of that morning has been felt throughout our community, especially at Parkside Junior High School, where Edder had just completed his cross country season. On Sunday, November 8, we invite the community to gather at Parkside Junior High School for this 3 Mile Run and Walk. Extra proceeds from the event, along with any donations, will benefit the Children’s Hospital Burn Unit (FPO), helping support the care of children and families facing burn injuries. Donations are encouraged and accepted. An apparel store (FPO) is open for a limited time: https://orders.minervapromotions.com/redder_for_edder/shop/home

Join us for the Inaugural Just a Normal 5K Run/Walk!

Kick off the new year with the Frozen Fairway 5K! Enjoy a one-of-a-kind race through the beautiful Ironwood Golf Course as you take on a crisp winter course. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or simply enjoying the outdoors, this event is perfect for participants of all skill levels.