Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8k
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Galena, Illinois
- Price $80.99 - $91.59
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the 9th Annual Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8K on Saturday, October 31, 2026! Set against the stunning backdrop of Galena, Jo Daviess, this event promises a fantastic experience for runners of all levels. Participants will have the opportunity to tackle a fast and flat half marathon along the picturesque Galena River Trail, with an 8K option available for those looking for a shorter challenge.
With race day coinciding with Galena's Halloween festivities, be sure to keep an eye on the clock, as the course will close at 11:00 AM, and walkers will not be permitted for the half marathon. Runners must finish before the course closes to enjoy their well-deserved medals and shirts, available until supplies last! Join us for packet pickup on Friday, October 30, or on race morning, and prepare for a memorable day filled with camaraderie, scenic views, and a vibrant atmosphere. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this exciting event!
With race day coinciding with Galena's Halloween festivities, be sure to keep an eye on the clock, as the course will close at 11:00 AM, and walkers will not be permitted for the half marathon. Runners must finish before the course closes to enjoy their well-deserved medals and shirts, available until supplies last! Join us for packet pickup on Friday, October 30, or on race morning, and prepare for a memorable day filled with camaraderie, scenic views, and a vibrant atmosphere. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this exciting event!
Organiser's Description
GALENA RIVER FALL HALF MARATHON & 8K
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2026
JOIN US SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31ST FOR OUR 9TH ANNUAL GALENA RIVER FALL HALF MARATHON & 8K!
THIS IS A FAST, FLAT HALF MARATHON ALONG THE SCENIC GALENA RIVER TRAIL. AN 8K RACE OPTION IS ALSO OFFERED.
MEDALS AND SHIRTS ARE STILL AVAILABLE! WE WILL UPDATE THIS PAGE ONCE MEDAL LIMIT IS REACHED! SHIRTS ARE AVAILABLE UNTIL THE SIZE AMOUNTS ARE OUT!
CHECK OUT OUR APPAREL PAGE! ORDERS CAN BE PICKED UP AT PACKET PICK UP ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 OR THE DAY OF THE RACE!
https://galenahalfmarathon.itemorder.com/shop/home/
**Due to Galena Halloween festivities on that day, the course will close at 11:00 AM. BECAUSE OF THIS NO WALKERS ARE ALLOWED FOR THE HALF MARATHON AND RUNNERS MUST FINISH BEFORE THE COURSE CLOSES.
Packet Pickup will be Friday, Oct 30th from 4:00 pm -7:00 pm and Saturday morning 7:00 am -7:45 am below the Highway 20 bridge in the Train Depot parking area where the race is also held. Friends are allowed to pick up for another participant.
Gear Check is available at the packet pickup table. Please have your gear bag labeled.
Hydration/fuel stations with water, electrolyte beverage and GU will be at miles 2, 3.5, 9, 11, 12.
Age groups are as follows:
19 and under
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74
75-79
80-84
85-89
90 and up
Course ROUTE: this is an out and back course, utilizing first the south end of the trail and turning around at the 5.50 mile marker and return to the start, which would be the equivalent of 11 miles, runners will then proceed around the start and head north on the trail for a short out and back for the remaining mileage, back to finish line for your 13.10 miles!
For the 8k distance, the course is also an out and back, and will begin the same as the half, with the turnaround marked at 2.50 miles and race back to the finish line!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2026
JOIN US SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31ST FOR OUR 9TH ANNUAL GALENA RIVER FALL HALF MARATHON & 8K!
THIS IS A FAST, FLAT HALF MARATHON ALONG THE SCENIC GALENA RIVER TRAIL. AN 8K RACE OPTION IS ALSO OFFERED.
MEDALS AND SHIRTS ARE STILL AVAILABLE! WE WILL UPDATE THIS PAGE ONCE MEDAL LIMIT IS REACHED! SHIRTS ARE AVAILABLE UNTIL THE SIZE AMOUNTS ARE OUT!
CHECK OUT OUR APPAREL PAGE! ORDERS CAN BE PICKED UP AT PACKET PICK UP ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 OR THE DAY OF THE RACE!
https://galenahalfmarathon.itemorder.com/shop/home/
**Due to Galena Halloween festivities on that day, the course will close at 11:00 AM. BECAUSE OF THIS NO WALKERS ARE ALLOWED FOR THE HALF MARATHON AND RUNNERS MUST FINISH BEFORE THE COURSE CLOSES.
Packet Pickup will be Friday, Oct 30th from 4:00 pm -7:00 pm and Saturday morning 7:00 am -7:45 am below the Highway 20 bridge in the Train Depot parking area where the race is also held. Friends are allowed to pick up for another participant.
Gear Check is available at the packet pickup table. Please have your gear bag labeled.
Hydration/fuel stations with water, electrolyte beverage and GU will be at miles 2, 3.5, 9, 11, 12.
Age groups are as follows:
19 and under
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74
75-79
80-84
85-89
90 and up
Course ROUTE: this is an out and back course, utilizing first the south end of the trail and turning around at the 5.50 mile marker and return to the start, which would be the equivalent of 11 miles, runners will then proceed around the start and head north on the trail for a short out and back for the remaining mileage, back to finish line for your 13.10 miles!
For the 8k distance, the course is also an out and back, and will begin the same as the half, with the turnaround marked at 2.50 miles and race back to the finish line!
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