2026 Short Run Long Day 5k Run/Walk 26th Annual
- Date Wed 17th June 2026 - Tue 30th June 2026
- Location Frankfort, Illinois
- Price $38.99
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 26th Annual Short Run Long Day 5k Run/Walk, taking place from June 17 to June 30, 2026, in the charming town of Frankfort, Illinois. This exciting event features a U.S. Track & Field Certified 5k (3.1 miles) course that winds through the picturesque Old Plank Trail and the historic streets of Frankfort, making it a perfect outing for both serious runners and casual walkers alike.
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled day with awards for the top overall male and female finishers, as well as age division winners. The registration fee is just $25 until June 8, and $35 thereafter, ensuring that everyone can join in on the fun. After the race, stick around for a lively post-race celebration featuring awards presentations, DJ music, and healthy refreshments for all. Make sure to register by May 20 to guarantee your race shirt! With ample parking available and a welcoming atmosphere, the Short Run Long Day 5k promises to be an unforgettable event for the whole family!
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled day with awards for the top overall male and female finishers, as well as age division winners. The registration fee is just $25 until June 8, and $35 thereafter, ensuring that everyone can join in on the fun. After the race, stick around for a lively post-race celebration featuring awards presentations, DJ music, and healthy refreshments for all. Make sure to register by May 20 to guarantee your race shirt! With ample parking available and a welcoming atmosphere, the Short Run Long Day 5k promises to be an unforgettable event for the whole family!
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. $3.99 Fee & T-Shirt - Deadline May 20
$38.99
CLOSED
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