Cross Country Sundown Showdown
- Date Fri 17th July 2026
- Time 7:00PM CDT
- Location Carterville, Illinois
- Price $28.42
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating evening at the 2nd Annual Cross Country Sundown Showdown, taking place on Friday, July 17, 2026, in the charming town of Carterville, Williamson! This unique 5K event invites runners of all skill levels to experience the thrill of a classic cross country meet. Starting and finishing behind the Carterville Community Center, participants will enjoy a spectator-friendly atmosphere that encourages camaraderie and competition.
The Sundown Showdown features team-based racing with divisions for male, female, and mixed teams, each consisting of 3 to 5 runners. Don’t worry if you don’t have a full team; individual runners are welcome and will be matched with others on race day! The course itself provides a true cross country experience, with a mix of grass, gravel, and paved paths that promises to keep things exciting. Awards will be given to the top finishers and teams, making this event not only a great way to challenge yourself but also a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the spirit of teamwork. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable evening of running fun!
The Sundown Showdown features team-based racing with divisions for male, female, and mixed teams, each consisting of 3 to 5 runners. Don’t worry if you don’t have a full team; individual runners are welcome and will be matched with others on race day! The course itself provides a true cross country experience, with a mix of grass, gravel, and paved paths that promises to keep things exciting. Awards will be given to the top finishers and teams, making this event not only a great way to challenge yourself but also a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the spirit of teamwork. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable evening of running fun!
Organiser's Description
THE 2ND ANNUAL CROSS COUNTRY SUNDOWN SHOWDOWN
July 17, 2026
REGISTRATION AND BIB PICKUP
Carterville Community Center, 120 N Greebriar Rd, Carterville
Friday, July 17, 2026 5:30 PM
SHIRT DEADLINE JULY 5, 2026
RACE START AND FINISH BEHIND THE CARTERVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER
JOIN US FOR THE 2ND ANNUAL SUNDOWN SHOWDOWN 5K!
Hosted by the River to River Runners, this unique event brings the excitement of a classic cross country meet to runners of all levels. The race will start and finish behind the Carterville Community Center, offering a fun and spectator-friendly atmosphere.
Designed to resemble a traditional high school cross country meet, the Sundown Showdown uses standard XC scoring on a 5K course. This is primarily a team-based event, with teams consisting of 3 - 5 runners, and the top 3 runners scoring for each team.
Teams will compete in three divisions: male, female, and mixed. Mixed teams must include at least two female runners among their five participants. Dont have a full team? No problem...individual runners are welcome, and well gladly help match you with others to form a team on race day. You can also choose to compete solo if you prefer.
The course features a true cross country experience, with mostly grass terrain complemented by sections of gravel and paved path, making for a dynamic and enjoyable run.
Whether youre chasing a team title or just looking for a fun and competitive race atmosphere, the Sundown Showdown is a great way to experience cross country racing at its best.
AWARDS:
Medals will be presented to the top 25 male and female finishers, as well as awards for the top 3 teams in each division (Male, Female, and Mixed).
TEAM SCORING:
Team scores are calculated by adding the finishing positions of each teams top three runners. Each runner earns points based on their place (1 point for 1st, 2 points for 2nd, etc.), and the team with the lowest total score is declared the winner. Teams may include 35 runners, but only the top three finishers will count toward the team score.
RACE MARKINGS:
Race will be marked with the following paint colors.
Mile 1 - Red
Mile 2 - White
Mile 3 - Blue
There will be a lead vehicle to guide the runners through the course.
July 17, 2026
REGISTRATION AND BIB PICKUP
Carterville Community Center, 120 N Greebriar Rd, Carterville
Friday, July 17, 2026 5:30 PM
SHIRT DEADLINE JULY 5, 2026
RACE START AND FINISH BEHIND THE CARTERVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER
JOIN US FOR THE 2ND ANNUAL SUNDOWN SHOWDOWN 5K!
Hosted by the River to River Runners, this unique event brings the excitement of a classic cross country meet to runners of all levels. The race will start and finish behind the Carterville Community Center, offering a fun and spectator-friendly atmosphere.
Designed to resemble a traditional high school cross country meet, the Sundown Showdown uses standard XC scoring on a 5K course. This is primarily a team-based event, with teams consisting of 3 - 5 runners, and the top 3 runners scoring for each team.
Teams will compete in three divisions: male, female, and mixed. Mixed teams must include at least two female runners among their five participants. Dont have a full team? No problem...individual runners are welcome, and well gladly help match you with others to form a team on race day. You can also choose to compete solo if you prefer.
The course features a true cross country experience, with mostly grass terrain complemented by sections of gravel and paved path, making for a dynamic and enjoyable run.
Whether youre chasing a team title or just looking for a fun and competitive race atmosphere, the Sundown Showdown is a great way to experience cross country racing at its best.
AWARDS:
Medals will be presented to the top 25 male and female finishers, as well as awards for the top 3 teams in each division (Male, Female, and Mixed).
TEAM SCORING:
Team scores are calculated by adding the finishing positions of each teams top three runners. Each runner earns points based on their place (1 point for 1st, 2 points for 2nd, etc.), and the team with the lowest total score is declared the winner. Teams may include 35 runners, but only the top three finishers will count toward the team score.
RACE MARKINGS:
Race will be marked with the following paint colors.
Mile 1 - Red
Mile 2 - White
Mile 3 - Blue
There will be a lead vehicle to guide the runners through the course.
Races
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XC 5k
Incl. $3.42 Fee & T-Shirt / Tank Top
Fri 17th July 2026 (7:00PM CDT)
$28.42
OPENS 04 MAY
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