2025 Father Jerry 5K
- Date Sat 16th August 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Olney, Illinois
- Price Free - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 11th Annual Father Jerry 5K, taking place on Saturday, August 16th, 2025, at Musgrove Park in Olney, Richland! This vibrant event promises a fantastic day filled with camaraderie and community spirit as participants of all ages come together to honor the memory of Father Jerome Wirth. With a race start time of 8 AM, the Father Jerry 5K invites both seasoned runners and enthusiastic newcomers to join in on the fun. Following the main race, a delightful Fun Run will take place, ensuring that everyone can partake in the festivities.
Each registered participant will receive a unique 2025 FJ5K t-shirt, a race bib with chip timing for the 5K, and a finisher's medal for Fun Run participants, alongside post-race snacks and drinks to refuel after the race. Don't miss out on the chance to secure your spot, as early bird registration is available until July 27th, when prices will increase. Plus, the first 125 youth registrants from Richland County can join for FREE! Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate fitness, community, and the inspiring legacy of Father Jerry. We
Each registered participant will receive a unique 2025 FJ5K t-shirt, a race bib with chip timing for the 5K, and a finisher's medal for Fun Run participants, alongside post-race snacks and drinks to refuel after the race. Don't miss out on the chance to secure your spot, as early bird registration is available until July 27th, when prices will increase. Plus, the first 125 youth registrants from Richland County can join for FREE! Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate fitness, community, and the inspiring legacy of Father Jerry. We
Organiser's Description
The 11th Annual Father Jerry 5K will take place on Saturday, August 16th at Musgrove Park. The 5K race start is 8 AM and the Fun Run will follow. Over the years, the FJ5K has become one of the largest 5K races in Southeastern Illinois with 200-300 participants each year. Our goal is to fill Musgrove Park with runners, walkers, and first time fun runners once again.
Registered participants will receive:
- A one-of-a-kind 2025 FJ5K t-shirt
- A race bib with chip timing (for 5K runners)
- Post race awards for overall and age group
- Finisher's medal (for Fun Run participants)
- Post race snacks and drinks
* The guaranteed t-shirt cutoff date is July 27th at 11:59 PM. Please be registered by this date to guarantee you will receive a race shirt!
* The first 125 Richland County youth registrants are FREE!
* EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION- prices go up after Sunday, July 27th. Get registered early and save!
We look forward to seeing you on August 16th!
We do this to remember his energy, enthusiasm, strength, & love for being active. May his example lead us to keep moving, doing good deeds for others, living the faithful good life, and always...walking or running...humbly. In loving memory of Father Jerome Wirth 1941-2013.
Registered participants will receive:
- A one-of-a-kind 2025 FJ5K t-shirt
- A race bib with chip timing (for 5K runners)
- Post race awards for overall and age group
- Finisher's medal (for Fun Run participants)
- Post race snacks and drinks
* The guaranteed t-shirt cutoff date is July 27th at 11:59 PM. Please be registered by this date to guarantee you will receive a race shirt!
* The first 125 Richland County youth registrants are FREE!
* EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION- prices go up after Sunday, July 27th. Get registered early and save!
We look forward to seeing you on August 16th!
We do this to remember his energy, enthusiasm, strength, & love for being active. May his example lead us to keep moving, doing good deeds for others, living the faithful good life, and always...walking or running...humbly. In loving memory of Father Jerome Wirth 1941-2013.
Races
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Father Jerry 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$32.80
Overall & Age Group Awards * Please note that registrants will be ineligible for awards if gender is not selected * -
Father Jerry 5K - Richland County Youth Registration
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
Free
Overall & Age Group Awards * Please note that registrants will be ineligible for awards if gender is not selected * -
Father Jerry 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
$16.90
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