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Sat October 24, 2026
Springfield, IL 62704 US Directions

Events

5K Run

Price: $30
Time: 8:00AM CDT 10:00AM CDT
Price increases after July 5, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT

5K Walk

Price: $30
Time: 8:00AM CDT 10:00AM CDT
Price increases after July 5, 2026 at 11:59pm CDT

Virtual 5K To Support the Leland Summer Kitchen Project

Price: $30
Registration Opens May 26, 2026 at 11:50am CDT

Volunteer

Price: $0
Time: 7:00AM CDT 10:00AM CDT
Registration Opens May 26, 2026 at 5:35am CDT

Place

Washington Park
S. Grand Ave & Park Ave.
Springfield, IL US 62704

Description

Journey Through Time: Washington Park Trails Unveiled Again On
Saturday October 24th starting at 8 am.

Step off the beaten path and into the heart of history with the Washington Park Trails 5K journey. This uniquely crafted route offers a escape from the typical 5K in the park.  The route will guide you through the tranquil pathways of the forests in Washington Park.  

The course, marked by cones, directional arrows, and safety tape, promises a seamless journey through scenic beauty and peaceful world of the forests in the park. 

Your participation directly supports the restoration of the Leland Farm Summer Kitchen, a treasured piece of history that now graces our park. This event is an homage to the past, beginning and ending at this significant landmark, making every participant a steward of history.

Every journeyer will receive a commemorative t-shirt, a wearable testament to their contribution. Moreover, we celebrate the spirit of competition by awarding unique prizes to top finishers across various age categories, honoring those who lead the pack in this historical journey.

Join us for more than a run; join us for a leap through time, a celebration of history, health, and community. Let's make history together, one step at a time!
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🏅 All-American Trail Trek Series (The Washington Park Trail Trek is the final trek in this series - all awards will be given out at the end of this race).

Abe Lincoln Trail Trek – April 4
Freedom Run – July 4
Washington Park Trail Trek – October 24th

Register for all three races and earn:

☕ A commemorative All-American Trail Trek coffee mug. Click Here To See Logo
⌚ Automatic entry into a drawing for a Garmin Forerunner watch (You must run all 3 events in person to be eligible).

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.

Map of the course

We'll have the course marked for easy navigation through the forested parts of the park. 

 

Directions

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