Balloons Over 66 5K
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Lincoln, Illinois
- Price $13.60 - $34.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Balloons Over 66 5K on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in Lincoln, Logan! This vibrant event promises a fun-filled morning as participants lace up their running shoes to tackle the 5K course starting at 8:00 AM. Whether you're running solo or with family and friends, this chip-timed race offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and stay active.
Don't forget to register online in advance to secure your spot and a commemorative shirt if you sign up before August 2nd! Race bibs can be picked up between 7:20 AM and 7:45 AM at the Lincoln Park District, located at 1400 Primm Road. The course features a water stop on Home Avenue and ensures a safe and enjoyable experience for all runners. Plus, all finishers will be treated to a refreshing beverage at Spirited Republic, and the top runners will be celebrated at a special announcement at 9:00 AM. Participation medals will also be awarded to the first 75 finishers, so come ready to race and have a blast at this community favorite!
Don't forget to register online in advance to secure your spot and a commemorative shirt if you sign up before August 2nd! Race bibs can be picked up between 7:20 AM and 7:45 AM at the Lincoln Park District, located at 1400 Primm Road. The course features a water stop on Home Avenue and ensures a safe and enjoyable experience for all runners. Plus, all finishers will be treated to a refreshing beverage at Spirited Republic, and the top runners will be celebrated at a special announcement at 9:00 AM. Participation medals will also be awarded to the first 75 finishers, so come ready to race and have a blast at this community favorite!
Organiser's Description
2026 BALLOONS OVER 66 5K REGISTRATION
Enjoy a morning 5K run with your friends and family.
**RACE BEGINS AT 8:00AM**
REGISTRATION:
Participants must register online in advance. No registration at pick-up or on race day will be available.
Participants must be in good health and symptom free from any illness for at least 2 weeks prior to the event.
***REGISTER BEFORE AUGUST 2ND TO RECEIVE A SHIRT.***
Race bib and t-shirt pickup will be from **7:20am-7:45am at the Lincoln Park District (1400 Primm Road Lincoln, IL US 62656) August 29, 2026.
COURSE:
Participants will cross timing equipment at the start line. Once you cross the timing equipment, your time will automatically start.
It is your responsibility to know the course, and run it safely. You can find our race route on our website (lincolnparkdistrict.com) or on our Facebook page.
* This run will be a chip timed run by Kinetic Timing.
* There will be one water stop on Home Avenue.
* All finishers* will be eligible for a beverage (bottled water or beer at Spirited Republic) *must show race bib to receive a beverage. Must be age 21 and provide ID for alcoholic beverage
* Top Runners will be announced inside Spirited Republic at 9:00am.
**PARTICIPATION MEDALS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST 75 THAT CROSS THE FINISH LINE**
KID RACES
Registration
Participants must register online in advance. NO REGISTRATION AT PICK-UP OR ON RACE DAY WILL BE AVAILABLE.
Participants must be in good health and symptom free from any illness for at least 2 weeks prior to the event.
*Only the 100m (ages 1-3 years of age) MAY HAVE UP TO 1 PARENT RUN WITH THEM FOR THE RACE
***Register before August 3rd to receive a shirt.***
T-shirt pickup will be from **7:20am-7:45am at the Lincoln Park District (1400 Primm Road Lincoln, IL US 62656) and
**9:20am-9:45am at Lincoln Community High School Track August 23, 2025.
COURSE:
Kid races will take place at the Lincoln Community High School Track. You will find flags with the distance your child will be running for you to line up 10 minutes prior to start time.
Each age group is asked to be at their start line and we will announce each age group separately for the start of their race.
**Participation medals will be available for the first 75 that cross the finish line**
5K MAP AND RACE INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND HERE [https://www.lincolnparkdistrict.com/balloons-over-66-5k]
Enjoy a morning 5K run with your friends and family.
**RACE BEGINS AT 8:00AM**
REGISTRATION:
Participants must register online in advance. No registration at pick-up or on race day will be available.
Participants must be in good health and symptom free from any illness for at least 2 weeks prior to the event.
***REGISTER BEFORE AUGUST 2ND TO RECEIVE A SHIRT.***
Race bib and t-shirt pickup will be from **7:20am-7:45am at the Lincoln Park District (1400 Primm Road Lincoln, IL US 62656) August 29, 2026.
COURSE:
Participants will cross timing equipment at the start line. Once you cross the timing equipment, your time will automatically start.
It is your responsibility to know the course, and run it safely. You can find our race route on our website (lincolnparkdistrict.com) or on our Facebook page.
* This run will be a chip timed run by Kinetic Timing.
* There will be one water stop on Home Avenue.
* All finishers* will be eligible for a beverage (bottled water or beer at Spirited Republic) *must show race bib to receive a beverage. Must be age 21 and provide ID for alcoholic beverage
* Top Runners will be announced inside Spirited Republic at 9:00am.
**PARTICIPATION MEDALS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST 75 THAT CROSS THE FINISH LINE**
KID RACES
Registration
Participants must register online in advance. NO REGISTRATION AT PICK-UP OR ON RACE DAY WILL BE AVAILABLE.
Participants must be in good health and symptom free from any illness for at least 2 weeks prior to the event.
*Only the 100m (ages 1-3 years of age) MAY HAVE UP TO 1 PARENT RUN WITH THEM FOR THE RACE
***Register before August 3rd to receive a shirt.***
T-shirt pickup will be from **7:20am-7:45am at the Lincoln Park District (1400 Primm Road Lincoln, IL US 62656) and
**9:20am-9:45am at Lincoln Community High School Track August 23, 2025.
COURSE:
Kid races will take place at the Lincoln Community High School Track. You will find flags with the distance your child will be running for you to line up 10 minutes prior to start time.
Each age group is asked to be at their start line and we will announce each age group separately for the start of their race.
**Participation medals will be available for the first 75 that cross the finish line**
5K MAP AND RACE INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND HERE [https://www.lincolnparkdistrict.com/balloons-over-66-5k]
Races
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Balloons Over 66 5K
Incl. $4.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$34.80
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Kid Races Ages 1-3 Years
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$13.60
This event is for ages 1-3 years old. The kid races will take place at the Lincoln Community High School track. The different age groups will have different start times, each participant will receive a shirt, finisher medal, and snack. Ages 1-3 years= 100m Ages 4-6years= 200m Ages 7-9 years 300m Races will start at 10:00am -
Kid Races Ages 4-6 Years
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$13.60
This event is for ages 4-6 years old. The kid races will take place at the Lincoln Community High School track. The different age groups will have different start times, each participant will receive a shirt, finisher medal, and snack. Ages 1-3 years= 100m Ages 4-6years= 200m Ages 7-9 years 300m Races will start at 10:00am -
Kid Races Ages 7-9 Years
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$13.60
This event is for ages 7-9 years old. The kid races will take place at the Lincoln Community High School track. The different age groups will have different start times, each participant will receive a shirt, finisher medal, and snack. Ages 1-3 years= 100m Ages 4-6years= 200m Ages 7-9 years 300m Races will start at 10:00am
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