Cookie Run
- Date Sat 7th November 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for a delightful and charitable experience at the annual Cookie Monster Charity Run on Saturday, November 7th, 2026, in Edwardsville, Madison! This unique event combines the thrill of racing with the joy of cookie-eating, making it a fun-filled day for participants of all ages. Choose between the exciting 3 Mile Cookie Monster Run for adults and older participants or the shorter 1 Mile Kids Cookie Monster Run, perfect for our younger cookie enthusiasts.
The Cookie Monster Run is not just about speed; it’s about community spirit and helping those in need. Each entry fee is a monetary donation of your choice, which goes directly towards purchasing Christmas gifts for families who may struggle during the holiday season. As you run, you’ll tackle quarter-mile segments where you can indulge in as many cookies as you can eat before dashing off to the next stop. With awards for the fastest participants and the ultimate cookie connoisseurs, this event promises to be a sweet and rewarding experience for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this chance to race, eat, and make a difference in your community!
The Cookie Monster Run is not just about speed; it’s about community spirit and helping those in need. Each entry fee is a monetary donation of your choice, which goes directly towards purchasing Christmas gifts for families who may struggle during the holiday season. As you run, you’ll tackle quarter-mile segments where you can indulge in as many cookies as you can eat before dashing off to the next stop. With awards for the fastest participants and the ultimate cookie connoisseurs, this event promises to be a sweet and rewarding experience for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this chance to race, eat, and make a difference in your community!
Organiser's Description
THE ANNUAL COOKIE MONSTER CHARITY RUN!
JOIN US FOR A SWEET RACE THAT SUPPORTS A WONDERFUL CAUSE! The Cookie Monster Run offers a unique challenge where your speed is measured not just by time, but by your cookie-eating prowess! Every step and every bite will help bring holiday joy to local families in need.
THE CAUSE: WHY WE RUN (AND EAT!)
Our goal is simple: to RAISE MONEY TO BUY CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR FAMILIES THAT CANNOT AFFORD THEM. All funds collected through the eventfrom entry fees to additional donationswill be used to purchase and deliver presents, ensuring every child has a happy holiday season.
RACE DETAILS & ENTRY
RACES:
* 3 Mile Cookie Monster Run: The full challenge for adults and older participants.
* 1 Mile Kids Cookie Monster Run: A shorter, fun run for our younger cookie enthusiasts
ENTRY FEE:
We are asking for a MONETARY DONATION of your choice as your entry fee. There will be a secure box at the registration table for all donations. You can also use the "DONATE" link on the menu.
CAN'T MAKE IT TO THE RACE? You can still donate! Every dollar makes a difference in buying gifts.
HOW IT WORKS: THE ULTIMATE COOKIE CHALLENGE
This is not your average race! Whether you choose the 3-mile or 1-mile distance, the course is broken down into QUARTER-MILE (0.25 MILE) SEGMENTS.
* Run the first 0.25 milesegment.
* STOP AND EAT AS MANY COOKIES AS YOU WANT/CAN! We'll mark your bib for each cookie you finish, so you don't have to worry about counting.
* Turn around and run back to the next cookie stop.
* Repeat this process until you have completed the full 3 miles (or 1 mile for the Kids Run).
RULES OF THE ROAD (AND THE COOKIE STOP):
* FINISH SWALLOWING the cookie before you start running to the next segment.
* As long as the cookie is swallowed, it counts toward your score!
* You'll be able to choose WHATEVER TYPE OF COOKIE YOU WANT at each stoppick your favorites!
AWARDS: WHO WILL BE THE ULTIMATE COOKIE MONSTER?
Our unique scoring system rewards both speed and consumption!
_WINNER IS DETERMINED BY NUMBER OF COOKIES EATEN FIRST, THEN TIME_.
Your final Time will be calculated as your RUN TIME MINUS 1 MINUTE FOR EACH COOKIE YOU SUCCESSFULLY EAT!
3 MILE COOKIE MONSTER RUN AWARDS:
* First Place Male and Female
* Second Place Male and Female
* The #1 Cookie Monster (Highest number of cookies eaten!)
1 MILE KIDS COOKIE MONSTER RUN AWARDS:
* First Place
* Second Place
* The #1 Cookie Monster (Highest number of cookies eaten!
_READY TO RACE, EAT, AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE? _Register now and start practicing your chewing!
JOIN US FOR A SWEET RACE THAT SUPPORTS A WONDERFUL CAUSE! The Cookie Monster Run offers a unique challenge where your speed is measured not just by time, but by your cookie-eating prowess! Every step and every bite will help bring holiday joy to local families in need.
THE CAUSE: WHY WE RUN (AND EAT!)
Our goal is simple: to RAISE MONEY TO BUY CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR FAMILIES THAT CANNOT AFFORD THEM. All funds collected through the eventfrom entry fees to additional donationswill be used to purchase and deliver presents, ensuring every child has a happy holiday season.
RACE DETAILS & ENTRY
RACES:
* 3 Mile Cookie Monster Run: The full challenge for adults and older participants.
* 1 Mile Kids Cookie Monster Run: A shorter, fun run for our younger cookie enthusiasts
ENTRY FEE:
We are asking for a MONETARY DONATION of your choice as your entry fee. There will be a secure box at the registration table for all donations. You can also use the "DONATE" link on the menu.
CAN'T MAKE IT TO THE RACE? You can still donate! Every dollar makes a difference in buying gifts.
HOW IT WORKS: THE ULTIMATE COOKIE CHALLENGE
This is not your average race! Whether you choose the 3-mile or 1-mile distance, the course is broken down into QUARTER-MILE (0.25 MILE) SEGMENTS.
* Run the first 0.25 milesegment.
* STOP AND EAT AS MANY COOKIES AS YOU WANT/CAN! We'll mark your bib for each cookie you finish, so you don't have to worry about counting.
* Turn around and run back to the next cookie stop.
* Repeat this process until you have completed the full 3 miles (or 1 mile for the Kids Run).
RULES OF THE ROAD (AND THE COOKIE STOP):
* FINISH SWALLOWING the cookie before you start running to the next segment.
* As long as the cookie is swallowed, it counts toward your score!
* You'll be able to choose WHATEVER TYPE OF COOKIE YOU WANT at each stoppick your favorites!
AWARDS: WHO WILL BE THE ULTIMATE COOKIE MONSTER?
Our unique scoring system rewards both speed and consumption!
_WINNER IS DETERMINED BY NUMBER OF COOKIES EATEN FIRST, THEN TIME_.
Your final Time will be calculated as your RUN TIME MINUS 1 MINUTE FOR EACH COOKIE YOU SUCCESSFULLY EAT!
3 MILE COOKIE MONSTER RUN AWARDS:
* First Place Male and Female
* Second Place Male and Female
* The #1 Cookie Monster (Highest number of cookies eaten!)
1 MILE KIDS COOKIE MONSTER RUN AWARDS:
* First Place
* Second Place
* The #1 Cookie Monster (Highest number of cookies eaten!
_READY TO RACE, EAT, AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE? _Register now and start practicing your chewing!
Races
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3 Mile Cookie Monster Run
Sat 7th November 2026 (8:00AM CST)
Free
This is not your average race! The course is broken down into quarter-mile (0.25 mile) segments. 1. Run the first mile segment. 2. STOP and eat as many cookies as you want/can! We'll mark your bib for each cookie you finish, so you don't have to worry about counting. 3. Turn around and run back to the next cookie stop. Repeat this process until you have completed the full 3 miles (or 1 mile for the Kids Run). -
1 Mile Kids Cookie Monster Run
Sat 7th November 2026 (8:00AM CST)
Free
This is not your average race! The course is broken down into quarter-mile (0.25 mile) segments. 1. Run the first mile segment. 2. STOP and eat as many cookies as you want/can! We'll mark your bib for each cookie you finish, so you don't have to worry about counting. 3. Turn around and run back to the next cookie stop. Repeat this process until you have completed the full 3 miles (or 1 mile for the Kids Run).
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