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Stan's Donut Run
Chicago, United States
July 24, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
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5K Road Races in Illinois
23 verified events with 92 individual races (4 confirmed dates) in Illinois complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events234 confirmed dates
Competitions92Races & courses
Distances1 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+190 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: nathanmac87 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Bank of America Chicago Marathon
Chicago, United States
October 9, 2027 to October 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+6
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Quad Cities Marathon
East Moline, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
Point-to-PointLakes & Ponds+4
Photo: Parkywiki · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Illinois Marathon
Champaign, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+2
Kids & Youth RacesCity Run
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Semi-Marathon de Mahomet
Mahomet, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunFestive
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Run For The Zoo
Chicago, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
15 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+1
Photo: Wilfredor · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
St. Jude Walk/Run and We Care Half Marathon
Bloomington, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km1.61 km
Charity RunCity Run+2
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Fox Valley Marathon
Aurora, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km32 km21.1 km5 km
Multi-DayLakes & Ponds+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2027 | Stan's Donut Run | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2027 - Oct 10, 2027 | Bank of America Chicago Marathon | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 42.2 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Quad Cities Marathon | East Moline, Illinois, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Illinois Marathon | Champaign, Illinois, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Semi-Marathon de Mahomet | Mahomet, Illinois, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Run For The Zoo | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 15 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | St. Jude Walk/Run and We Care Half Marathon | Bloomington, Illinois, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km10 km5 km1.61 km |
| Date to be announced | Fox Valley Marathon | Aurora, Illinois, US | Road Running | 42.2 km32 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Geneva Ooh LaLa Chocolate Half Marathon, 10K and 5K | Geneva, Illinois, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Coffee Lovers - Chicago | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Ramp River Run Half Marathon | Rockford, Illinois, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km5 km3 km |
| Date to be announced | Labor Day Run - Chicago | Chicago, Illinois, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The 5K distance is both the most accessible entry point to road racing and a high-speed aerobic test for experienced runners. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this 5K Road Races in Illinois directory, RunningCompass curates 23 events comprising 92 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 42.2 km and elevation gains up to +190 m. Key host locations include Chicago, East Moline, Champaign, Mahomet. Notable events in this selection include Stan's Donut Run, Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Quad Cities Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under 5K Road Races in Illinois?
This overview currently includes 23 verified events featuring 92 individual races. Of these, 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 19 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in 5K Road Races in Illinois?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 42.2 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +190 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in 5K Road Races in Illinois?
Top host locations include Chicago, East Moline, Champaign, Mahomet, Bloomington. Representative events in the catalog include Stan's Donut Run, Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Quad Cities Marathon, Illinois Marathon. The 5K distance is both the most accessible entry point to road racing and a high-speed aerobic test for experienced runners.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for 5K Road Races in Illinois?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 92 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.