FIREHOUSE 5K
- Date Sat 17th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Oconee, Illinois
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the exhilarating FIREHOUSE 5K on Saturday, October 17, 2026, in Oconee, Shelby! Kicking off at 8:00 AM from the Oconee Firehouse, this spirited community event is perfect for runners, joggers, and walkers of all fitness levels. As you race through the charming streets of Oconee, you'll be surrounded by enthusiastic supporters cheering you on, making it a memorable experience for everyone involved.
The FIREHOUSE 5K is not just about fitness; it's about giving back! All proceeds will support the Oconee Volunteer Fire Department, helping fund essential equipment and training to keep our community safe. Enjoy a morning filled with fitness, fun, and community spirit as you participate in this exciting race. With awards for top finishers and a special prize for the best "Firehouse Spirit" costume, there's plenty of motivation to join in. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while celebrating local heroes!
The FIREHOUSE 5K is not just about fitness; it's about giving back! All proceeds will support the Oconee Volunteer Fire Department, helping fund essential equipment and training to keep our community safe. Enjoy a morning filled with fitness, fun, and community spirit as you participate in this exciting race. With awards for top finishers and a special prize for the best "Firehouse Spirit" costume, there's plenty of motivation to join in. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while celebrating local heroes!
Organiser's Description
DATE: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2026
TIME: 8:00 AM
LOCATION: START AND FINISH AT THE OCONEE FIREHOUSE
ORGANIZER: FRIENDS OF OCONEE FIRE DEPARTMENT
JOIN US FOR THE 2026 FIREHOUSE 5K, A SPIRITED COMMUNITY EVENT IN OCONEE, IL, DESIGNED TO SUPPORT OUR DEDICATED VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT. THIS EXCITING RACE TAKES PLACE ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2026, STARTING AT 8:00 AM. WHETHER YOU'RE AN AVID RUNNER, A CASUAL JOGGER, OR A WALKER, THIS EVENT WELCOMES PARTICIPANTS OF ALL FITNESS LEVELS.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW PHOTOS FROM THE 2024 EVENT - PHOTOS BY CAROL HOEHN! [https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCfvvd]
THE RACE WINDS THROUGH THE CHARMING STREETS OF OCONEE, OFFERING A SCENIC ROUTE THAT SHOWCASES THE BEAUTY OF OUR TOWN. ALONG THE WAY, YOU'LL BE CHEERED ON BY FRIENDLY FACES AND ENTHUSIASTIC SUPPORTERS.
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE FIREHOUSE 5K WILL DIRECTLY BENEFIT THE OCONEE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT, HELPING TO FUND ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT, TRAINING, AND RESOURCES NEEDED TO KEEP OUR COMMUNITY SAFE.
BRING YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS, AND ENJOY A MORNING OF FITNESS, FUN, AND COMMUNITY SPIRIT. LET'S RUN TOGETHER TO SUPPORT OUR LOCAL HEROES!
**REGISTRATION INFORMATION:**
- EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: $30 (UNTIL JULY 31ST)
- REGULAR REGISTRATION: $35 (AUGUST 1ST TO OCTOBER 5TH)
- OCT 6TH TO RACE DAY REGISTRATION: $40
**INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION:**
- RACE BIB
- EVENT T-SHIRT (GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED BY OCTOBER 5TH)
- FINISHER'S MEDAL
- REFRESHMENTS AND SNACKS POST-RACE
**AWARDS:**
PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP FINISHERS IN VARIOUS AGE CATEGORIES. ADDITIONALLY, THERE WILL BE A SPECIAL AWARD FOR THE BEST "FIREHOUSE SPIRIT" COSTUME, SO FEEL FREE TO GET CREATIVE AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR OUR FIRE DEPARTMENT!
**CONTACT INFORMATION:**
FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO REGISTER, GO TO HTTPS://RUNSIGNUP.COM/FIREHOUSE5K OR CONTACT US AT DCLOE@HOTMAIL.COM.
COME OUT AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY WHILE ENJOYING A FANTASTIC RACE. SEE YOU AT THE STARTING LINE!
TIME: 8:00 AM
LOCATION: START AND FINISH AT THE OCONEE FIREHOUSE
ORGANIZER: FRIENDS OF OCONEE FIRE DEPARTMENT
JOIN US FOR THE 2026 FIREHOUSE 5K, A SPIRITED COMMUNITY EVENT IN OCONEE, IL, DESIGNED TO SUPPORT OUR DEDICATED VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT. THIS EXCITING RACE TAKES PLACE ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2026, STARTING AT 8:00 AM. WHETHER YOU'RE AN AVID RUNNER, A CASUAL JOGGER, OR A WALKER, THIS EVENT WELCOMES PARTICIPANTS OF ALL FITNESS LEVELS.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW PHOTOS FROM THE 2024 EVENT - PHOTOS BY CAROL HOEHN! [https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCfvvd]
THE RACE WINDS THROUGH THE CHARMING STREETS OF OCONEE, OFFERING A SCENIC ROUTE THAT SHOWCASES THE BEAUTY OF OUR TOWN. ALONG THE WAY, YOU'LL BE CHEERED ON BY FRIENDLY FACES AND ENTHUSIASTIC SUPPORTERS.
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE FIREHOUSE 5K WILL DIRECTLY BENEFIT THE OCONEE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT, HELPING TO FUND ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT, TRAINING, AND RESOURCES NEEDED TO KEEP OUR COMMUNITY SAFE.
BRING YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS, AND ENJOY A MORNING OF FITNESS, FUN, AND COMMUNITY SPIRIT. LET'S RUN TOGETHER TO SUPPORT OUR LOCAL HEROES!
**REGISTRATION INFORMATION:**
- EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: $30 (UNTIL JULY 31ST)
- REGULAR REGISTRATION: $35 (AUGUST 1ST TO OCTOBER 5TH)
- OCT 6TH TO RACE DAY REGISTRATION: $40
**INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION:**
- RACE BIB
- EVENT T-SHIRT (GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED BY OCTOBER 5TH)
- FINISHER'S MEDAL
- REFRESHMENTS AND SNACKS POST-RACE
**AWARDS:**
PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP FINISHERS IN VARIOUS AGE CATEGORIES. ADDITIONALLY, THERE WILL BE A SPECIAL AWARD FOR THE BEST "FIREHOUSE SPIRIT" COSTUME, SO FEEL FREE TO GET CREATIVE AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR OUR FIRE DEPARTMENT!
**CONTACT INFORMATION:**
FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO REGISTER, GO TO HTTPS://RUNSIGNUP.COM/FIREHOUSE5K OR CONTACT US AT DCLOE@HOTMAIL.COM.
COME OUT AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY WHILE ENJOYING A FANTASTIC RACE. SEE YOU AT THE STARTING LINE!
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