Run Your Bundts Off 2026
Benefiting Girls on the Run of Central Illinois & True North Running

Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Location: Lincoln Park Pavilion, Springfield, IL
Distances: 5K Run or 2-Mile Walk
Start Time: 8:00 AM (Please line up by 7:45 AM)
Contact: Sean Urban – Springfield-IL@NothingBundtCakes.com

 
Event Overview
Join us for the 2026 Run Your Bundts Off, a fun, welcoming community race that brings runners, walkers, and families together for a great cause. Whether you're chasing a personal record or enjoying a relaxed walk through Lincoln Park, there's something for everyone.

All event proceeds benefit Girls on the Run of Central Illinois and True North Running, helping support youth programming and strengthen our local running community.

 
What's Included with Registration
🍰 Bundtinis waiting for you at the finish line
📸 Complimentary race photos by Madeline at Almalee Photography
🏅 A custom finisher medal
👕 Official race shirt provided by Impressions Designs
⏱️ Chip-timed results for all 5K participants
❤️ A fun, family-friendly race experience
 
Community Partners
We love teaming up with businesses and organizations that want to support our community and cheer on our runners.

Interested in sponsoring the event, donating swag, or hosting an expo booth?

📧 Contact Sean Urban at Springfield-IL@NothingBundtCakes.com and let's make something sweet happen!

 
Start Line Information
The start and finish line will be located in front of the Lincoln Park Pavilion parking lot. This area will be closed to vehicle traffic during the event.

Parking is available at the Nelson Center and nearby park lots. Please follow posted signage to the Start/Finish area.

5K runners should line up toward the front.
Walkers and participants with strollers should line up toward the back.
Please arrive by 7:45 AM for pre-race announcements and the National Anthem.

 
Packet Pickup
Friday, August 7 | 4:00–7:00 PM
Nothing Bundt Cakes
2476 Wabash Ave.
Springfield, IL

Race Day Pickup
Beginning at 7:00 AM at the event site.

Participants must present their registration QR code to receive their race packet.

Picking up for another participant is welcome, but you must also have their registration QR code.

Shirt size exchanges are not available during packet pickup. Limited extras may be available after the race. Unclaimed packets will be donated.

 
Registration Information
Registration will remain open until we reach our 500-participant limit.

We sold out nearly a month before race day last year, so don't wait!

Every registered participant is guaranteed:

👕 An official race shirt when registered by July 23
🏅 A custom finisher medal
Please note: Race shirts are guaranteed only for participants who register by July 23. Registrations after that date will receive a shirt while supplies last.

 
Want a Shirt Without Running?
Volunteers are the heart of this event!

All volunteers receive a complimentary race shirt, and we have opportunities available throughout race morning.

Sign up to volunteer here!

 
The Course
The 5K course consists of three loops around the Lincoln Park main path, totaling approximately 3.3 miles.

Both runners and walkers will begin by turning right onto the main park path.

 
Awards (5K Only)
Awards will be presented to:

Top 3 Overall Male Finishers
Top 3 Overall Female Finishers
Top 3 Male & Female finishers in each age division:19 & Under
20–29
30–39
40–49
50–59
60–69
70+
Overall Champions Receive:
🏆 FREE Bundt Cakes for an entire year courtesy of Nothing Bundt Cakes

👟 A FREE professionally fitted pair of running shoes courtesy of Springfield Running Center.

Overall winners will visit Springfield Running Center for a personalized fitting and may choose from select models including:

Saucony Ride 19
Saucony Guide 19
ASICS Cumulus 28
ASICS GT-2000
Your shoes will be selected based on your gait, running style, and fit needs.

 
Restrooms
Public restrooms are available at:

Nelson Center
Lincoln Park Pavilion
Shelter #4
Please plan accordingly due to the large number of participants.

 
Parking
Parking is available at the Nelson Center and surrounding Lincoln Park parking lots.

Please:

Follow event signage.
Do not park on the race course or in the grass.
Note that the Pavilion parking lot will be closed for Race Village activities.
 
New for 2026
🎉 Expanded Race Village with more vendors and activities
🏅 Brand-new finisher and award medals from Ashworth Awards
👕 New race shirts from Impressions Designs
👟 Overall winners receive free running shoes from Springfield Running Center
🍰 Overall winners receive FREE CAKE FOR A YEAR from Nothing Bundt Cakes
 
Additional Information
This is a rain-or-shine event.
The course is subject to change if necessary.
Unclaimed race packets will be donated.
Refund Policy

We do not offer refunds for this event. If you are unable to participate, registrations may be transferred. Please contact Sean at Springfield-IL@NothingBundtCakes.com for assistance. 

PARKING! 

Parking Inside Lincoln Park

Participant parking is available in these areas:

• Nelson Center parking lot
• Side lots along the main loop
• Designated grass areas beside the main loop
• Maintenance lot, provided the entrance and exit remain completely clear for park staff

If you park beside the main loop, your vehicle must be completely off the roadway and must not block or narrow the race route in any way. Please follow all directions from our parking volunteers.

Reserved Parking

The Lincoln Park Pavilion parking lot is reserved for race volunteers and vendors. Participant parking will not be permitted in this lot.

Important Safety Reminder

If you park anywhere inside Lincoln Park, you must remain parked until the race is over and volunteers have reopened the course.

Vehicles driving on the course would create a serious safety risk for our runners and walkers. While you wait, please visit the Race Village, cheer on the finishers and stay for the fun!

Parking Outside Lincoln Park

Additional parking is available:

• Along First Street before or after the hill
• Along Sangamon Avenue
• On neighborhood streets east of Fifth Street

Please park legally, do not double park and be careful not to block driveways.

Arriving After 7:20 AM?

Anyone arriving after 7:20 AM should plan to park outside Lincoln Park. Once parking inside the park is full, volunteers will redirect all incoming traffic to street parking.

Volunteers wearing safety vests will be available to help you find parking and answer questions. Please follow their directions so we can keep traffic moving safely and get everyone to the starting line on time.

Announcements begin at 7:40 AM, and the race starts promptly at 8:00 AM. Please give yourself plenty of extra time to park, walk to the Race Village and get ready.

Thank you for helping us keep race morning safe and organized. We can’t wait to see you on August 8!