2026 Short Run Long Day 5k Run/Walk 26th Annual
- Date Wed 17th June 2026
- Time 7:00PM CDT
- Location Frankfort, Illinois
- Price $28.49
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the 26th Annual Short Run Long Day 5K Run/Walk on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, in the charming town of Frankfort, Illinois! This U.S. Track & Field Certified 5K course will take participants through the picturesque Old Plank Trail and the historic streets of Frankfort, offering a delightful experience for both runners and walkers. With a registration fee of just $25 until June 8 and $35 thereafter, this event is an affordable way to enjoy a beautiful day outdoors.
After crossing the finish line, join in on the post-race festivities, featuring an awards ceremony for the top overall male and female finishers, as well as the top competitors in each age division. Enjoy refreshing healthy snacks and DJ music while celebrating with family and friends. Participants who register by May 20 are guaranteed a race shirt, so don’t wait! Mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for this memorable event, where community spirit and health come together in Frankfort!
After crossing the finish line, join in on the post-race festivities, featuring an awards ceremony for the top overall male and female finishers, as well as the top competitors in each age division. Enjoy refreshing healthy snacks and DJ music while celebrating with family and friends. Participants who register by May 20 are guaranteed a race shirt, so don’t wait! Mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for this memorable event, where community spirit and health come together in Frankfort!
Organiser's Description
COURSE:
The course is a 5k/3.1 mile U.S. Track & Field Certified route that takes you through the beautifully scenic Old Plank Trail and through the streets of Historic Frankfort. Water will be available on the course.
AWARDS:
Awards will be given for the top overall male & female and the top finisher in each age division, male & female.
REGISTRATION FEE:
$25 per person until noon June 8
$35 per person after noon on June 8 until Race Day
POST-RACE ACTIVITIES:
After the completion of the race, stay for the awards presentation & DJ music. For the runners/walkers there will be healthy refreshments and water. The whole family are invited to attend the post-race celebration. All items are first come and will not be replenished.
GIVEAWAY GUARANTEE:
Race shirts are guaranteed to runners who registered by Wednesday, May 20.
PARKING:
Parking is available @ Main Park, Frankfort Village Hall, Park District Preschool Building and neighborhood streets.
SPONSORED BY:
Town Center Bank
Jeffrey LaMorte Salon & Day Spa
Chicago Stem Cell Therapy
Hamstra Roofing
DOT Foods
Body Fountain
Snow Family Dental
Running for Kicks
Iron Warzone Gym
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers New Lenox
Chick-fil-A Frankfort
Chiro One
Edward Jones - Anastasia Kilias
Camp Manitoqua
Rose Pest Solutions
Palermo's Pizza
Frankfort Jewel Osco
Hinkley Springs
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Clink link to sign up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4BACA62CA3FF2-62948774-short
Short Run Map
https://www.frankfortparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IL19009NM-Map-2019.pdf
The course is a 5k/3.1 mile U.S. Track & Field Certified route that takes you through the beautifully scenic Old Plank Trail and through the streets of Historic Frankfort. Water will be available on the course.
AWARDS:
Awards will be given for the top overall male & female and the top finisher in each age division, male & female.
REGISTRATION FEE:
$25 per person until noon June 8
$35 per person after noon on June 8 until Race Day
POST-RACE ACTIVITIES:
After the completion of the race, stay for the awards presentation & DJ music. For the runners/walkers there will be healthy refreshments and water. The whole family are invited to attend the post-race celebration. All items are first come and will not be replenished.
GIVEAWAY GUARANTEE:
Race shirts are guaranteed to runners who registered by Wednesday, May 20.
PARKING:
Parking is available @ Main Park, Frankfort Village Hall, Park District Preschool Building and neighborhood streets.
SPONSORED BY:
Town Center Bank
Jeffrey LaMorte Salon & Day Spa
Chicago Stem Cell Therapy
Hamstra Roofing
DOT Foods
Body Fountain
Snow Family Dental
Running for Kicks
Iron Warzone Gym
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers New Lenox
Chick-fil-A Frankfort
Chiro One
Edward Jones - Anastasia Kilias
Camp Manitoqua
Rose Pest Solutions
Palermo's Pizza
Frankfort Jewel Osco
Hinkley Springs
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Clink link to sign up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4BACA62CA3FF2-62948774-short
Short Run Map
https://www.frankfortparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IL19009NM-Map-2019.pdf
Races
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5k Run / Walk
Incl. $3.49 Fee & T-Shirt - Deadline May 20
Wed 17th June 2026 (7:00PM CDT)
$28.49
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