Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8k
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Galena, Illinois
- Price $80.99
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon
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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 picturesque backdrop of Galena, Jo Daviess, this event promises a vibrant atmosphere as athletes take on the scenic Galena River Trail. Participants can choose between two exciting distances: the fast and flat 13.1-mile half marathon or the 8K option. Both courses are designed to showcase the stunning fall colors along the river.
All finishers will receive a medal and a commemorative shirt if registered by September 28th, making this an event you won’t want to miss! With hydration and fuel stations strategically placed along the route, runners can stay energized as they tackle the course. Please note that due to the Galena Halloween festivities, the course will close at 11:00 AM, so ensure you finish in time! Join us for a memorable day of fitness, fun, and community spirit in beautiful Galena!
All finishers will receive a medal and a commemorative shirt if registered by September 28th, making this an event you won’t want to miss! With hydration and fuel stations strategically placed along the route, runners can stay energized as they tackle the course. Please note that due to the Galena Halloween festivities, the course will close at 11:00 AM, so ensure you finish in time! Join us for a memorable day of fitness, fun, and community spirit in beautiful Galena!
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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.
ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE MEDALS & SHIRT IF REGISTERED BY SEPTEMBER 28TH!
**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.
ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE MEDALS & SHIRT IF REGISTERED BY SEPTEMBER 28TH!
**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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