5K For COFFEE - and CASA!
- Date Sat 14th November 2026
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Charleston, Illinois
- Price $29.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a delightful morning of fitness and community at the 5K For COFFEE - and CASA! on Saturday, November 14, 2026, in Charleston, Coles. This exciting event not only invites you to lace up your running shoes for a scenic 5K race but also supports a great cause—benefiting CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of East Central Illinois. Starting just west of O'Brien Stadium at Eastern Illinois University, the race kicks off at 9:00 AM, with packet pickup beginning at 7:30 AM.
Participants can look forward to a professionally chip-timed race, complete with on-course support, including a refreshing water station at the halfway mark. To fuel your run, Starbucks from Mattoon and Charleston will be providing complimentary coffee, ensuring you feel energized and ready to conquer the course. Plus, all runners will receive a race-specific coffee mug and a commemorative finisher medal! Join us for a fun-filled day of running, community spirit, and making a difference in the lives of children in need. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a morning of fitness and camaraderie!
Participants can look forward to a professionally chip-timed race, complete with on-course support, including a refreshing water station at the halfway mark. To fuel your run, Starbucks from Mattoon and Charleston will be providing complimentary coffee, ensuring you feel energized and ready to conquer the course. Plus, all runners will receive a race-specific coffee mug and a commemorative finisher medal! Join us for a fun-filled day of running, community spirit, and making a difference in the lives of children in need. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a morning of fitness and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
HOT BEVERAGE 5K FOR COFFEE AND CASA! MALE SIGN
JOIN US FOR THE ANNUAL 5K FOR COFFEE AND CASA!, BENEFITING CASA (COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES) OF EAST CENTRAL ILLINOIS.
CASA advocates are court-appointed volunteers dedicated to advocating for the best interests of children navigating the juvenile court system due to abuse and neglect. CASA currently serves over 180 children across Coles and Cumberland counties.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Location: Just west of O'Brien Stadium at EIU (Charleston, IL)
Packet Pickup: 7:30 AM (Race Day)
5K Start Time: 9:00 AM
Swag & Runner Perks
Coffee & Registration Sponsor: Starbucks (Mattoon & Charleston) providing complimentary coffee!
Official Swag: Race-specific Coffee Mug & Commemorative Finisher Medal
Timing: Professionally chip-timed event
On-Course Support: Water station at ~1.5 miles plus post-race refreshments
Quick Links
Course Map: [View 5K Course Map] [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4651195528]
Facebook Page: Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/5KforCoffee]
JOIN US FOR THE ANNUAL 5K FOR COFFEE AND CASA!, BENEFITING CASA (COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES) OF EAST CENTRAL ILLINOIS.
CASA advocates are court-appointed volunteers dedicated to advocating for the best interests of children navigating the juvenile court system due to abuse and neglect. CASA currently serves over 180 children across Coles and Cumberland counties.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Location: Just west of O'Brien Stadium at EIU (Charleston, IL)
Packet Pickup: 7:30 AM (Race Day)
5K Start Time: 9:00 AM
Swag & Runner Perks
Coffee & Registration Sponsor: Starbucks (Mattoon & Charleston) providing complimentary coffee!
Official Swag: Race-specific Coffee Mug & Commemorative Finisher Medal
Timing: Professionally chip-timed event
On-Course Support: Water station at ~1.5 miles plus post-race refreshments
Quick Links
Course Map: [View 5K Course Map] [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/4651195528]
Facebook Page: Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/5KforCoffee]
Races
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5K for Coffee
Incl. $4.50 Fee
Sat 14th November 2026 (9:00AM CST)
$29.50
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200 West Grant, Charleston, 61920, IL, United States
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