5th Annual 5k Run/Walk for Life
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Past event
8:00 AM CDT
Effingham, Illinois
$28.00–$81.00 · 3 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 5th Annual 5K Run/Walk for Life on Saturday, May 10, 2025, in Effingham, Illinois! This exciting event will kick off at the Effingham Performance Center, where participants will gather for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit. The race begins at 8:00 AM, taking you through the scenic Trek Trail, featuring a mix of hills and flat stretches perfect for both seasoned runners and casual walkers.
Registration is just $25 per person or $75 for a family of five, and includes your race entry, a packet, and a bib for chip timing. Don’t forget to pick up your race packet on Thursday, May 8, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Family Life Center. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in each age group, making this not just a run, but a celebration of achievement and community support. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or walking to raise awareness, come be a part of this impactful event that supports young families in the area. Mark your calendars and get ready to make a difference!
Registration is just $25 per person or $75 for a family of five, and includes your race entry, a packet, and a bib for chip timing. Don’t forget to pick up your race packet on Thursday, May 8, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Family Life Center. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female finishers in each age group, making this not just a run, but a celebration of achievement and community support. Whether you’re racing for a personal best or walking to raise awareness, come be a part of this impactful event that supports young families in the area. Mark your calendars and get ready to make a difference!
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Races
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5th Annual 5k Run/Walk for Life
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM CDT
$28.00
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5th Annual 5k Run/Walk for Life (Family of 5 Pricing)
Incl. $6.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM CDT
$81.00
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Prayer Walk for Life
Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt
No Race Medals given for this race
Entries closed9:30 AM CDT
$28.00
Organiser's description
THE FAMILY LIFE CENTER WILL BE HOSTING ITS 5TH ANNUAL 5K RUN/WALK FOR LIFE! Please help us make this race a huge success and allow us to continue to provide education, parenting classes, ultrasounds and help to young families in the area.
DATE: Saturday, May 10, 2025
LOCATION:
Effingham Performance Center
1325 Outer Belt West
Effingham, IL 62401
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday, May 8, 2025 Packet Pickup from 2:00pm 5:00pm at Family Life Center, 605 Eden Ave, Effingham, IL
Saturday, May 10, 2025
7:00 7:45 am: Late Registration and Packet Pick Up
8:00 am: 5K Run/Walk Start
9:15 am: AWARDS FOR 1ST-3RD PLACE IN EACH AGE GROUP WILL BE AWARDED
9:30 AM - PRAYER WARRIOR WALK WILL BEGIN (NO MEDALS GIVEN FOR THIS WALK)
REGISTRATION FEES:
5K- $25 per person or $75/family of 5
*RACE SHIRT NOT INCLUDED AFTER APRIL 28TH SMALL QUANTITIES AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ON RACE DAY
Registration includes race entry, T-shirt*, packet, bib, and timed chip. Rain or shine, no refunds.
**REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY. T-SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN SMALL QUANTITIES AND CAN BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY ON RACE DAY.
RACE DAY FAQ
RACE PACKET PICK-UP: Packet pick-up will be located at Family Life Center, 605 Eden Ave, Effingham, IL 62401 on Thursday: 2pm - 5pm At the EPC, 1325 Outer Belt W, Effingham, IL 62401 on Saturday: 7:00am - 7:45am
_EPC WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR RESTROOMS ONLY._
COURSE: The 5K Run/Walk for Life starts at EPC, continues through the Trek Trail (paved), and returns to the EPC. The course does have some hills and flat portions with beautiful scenery. Please be advised that portions of the course will remain open to traffic.
TIMING: Bib timing will be provided by Kinetic Timing. You must pick up your official race bib at the designated packet pick-up time. Please attach the official bib to the front of your shirt prior to the race. If you do not have a bib, you will not be timed.
RACE NUMBER: Pin your race number/bib to the front of your shirt, plainly and visibly to race officials, drivers, photographers and spectators. All participants must wear an official race number/bib.
HEALTH AND SAFETY: Drink fluids before, during and after the race. Stay hydrated! There will be a water station along the course. Traffic control will be provided by FLC volunteers and the Effingham Police Dept. However, please be advised that although volunteers along the course will deter traffic to the best of their ability, safety is ultimately your own responsibility. Watch for traffic!
FIRST AID STATIONS: First aid will be provided by nurses from the Family Life Center.
AWARDS: Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in each age group and must be claimed at the event. The age groups are as follows:
Under 20
20 - 35
36 - 50
51 - 65
66 and Over
VOLUNTEER: If you would like to volunteer for this event, please email [email protected] or call the office at 217-342-5433. We would love to have your help!
PARKING: Free parking is available in the South East Parking Lot of the EPC. Signs will be posted.
DATE: Saturday, May 10, 2025
LOCATION:
Effingham Performance Center
1325 Outer Belt West
Effingham, IL 62401
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday, May 8, 2025 Packet Pickup from 2:00pm 5:00pm at Family Life Center, 605 Eden Ave, Effingham, IL
Saturday, May 10, 2025
7:00 7:45 am: Late Registration and Packet Pick Up
8:00 am: 5K Run/Walk Start
9:15 am: AWARDS FOR 1ST-3RD PLACE IN EACH AGE GROUP WILL BE AWARDED
9:30 AM - PRAYER WARRIOR WALK WILL BEGIN (NO MEDALS GIVEN FOR THIS WALK)
REGISTRATION FEES:
5K- $25 per person or $75/family of 5
*RACE SHIRT NOT INCLUDED AFTER APRIL 28TH SMALL QUANTITIES AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ON RACE DAY
Registration includes race entry, T-shirt*, packet, bib, and timed chip. Rain or shine, no refunds.
**REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY. T-SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN SMALL QUANTITIES AND CAN BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY ON RACE DAY.
RACE DAY FAQ
RACE PACKET PICK-UP: Packet pick-up will be located at Family Life Center, 605 Eden Ave, Effingham, IL 62401 on Thursday: 2pm - 5pm At the EPC, 1325 Outer Belt W, Effingham, IL 62401 on Saturday: 7:00am - 7:45am
_EPC WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR RESTROOMS ONLY._
COURSE: The 5K Run/Walk for Life starts at EPC, continues through the Trek Trail (paved), and returns to the EPC. The course does have some hills and flat portions with beautiful scenery. Please be advised that portions of the course will remain open to traffic.
TIMING: Bib timing will be provided by Kinetic Timing. You must pick up your official race bib at the designated packet pick-up time. Please attach the official bib to the front of your shirt prior to the race. If you do not have a bib, you will not be timed.
RACE NUMBER: Pin your race number/bib to the front of your shirt, plainly and visibly to race officials, drivers, photographers and spectators. All participants must wear an official race number/bib.
HEALTH AND SAFETY: Drink fluids before, during and after the race. Stay hydrated! There will be a water station along the course. Traffic control will be provided by FLC volunteers and the Effingham Police Dept. However, please be advised that although volunteers along the course will deter traffic to the best of their ability, safety is ultimately your own responsibility. Watch for traffic!
FIRST AID STATIONS: First aid will be provided by nurses from the Family Life Center.
AWARDS: Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in each age group and must be claimed at the event. The age groups are as follows:
Under 20
20 - 35
36 - 50
51 - 65
66 and Over
VOLUNTEER: If you would like to volunteer for this event, please email [email protected] or call the office at 217-342-5433. We would love to have your help!
PARKING: Free parking is available in the South East Parking Lot of the EPC. Signs will be posted.
Location
1325 Outer Belt West, Effingham, 62401, IL, United States
5th Annual 5k Run/Walk for Life
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