Kirby Derby

  • Date Sat 2nd May 2026
  • Time 8:00AM CDT
  • Location Monticello, Illinois
  • Price $27.50
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the Kirby Derby on Saturday, May 2, 2026! Set in the picturesque Monticello, Piatt, this lively event invites participants to choose between a 5K and a 10K race, making it perfect for runners of all levels. Not only will you enjoy a challenging course, but you'll also contribute to a great cause, as all proceeds support the development of the Wellness Trail by the Kirby Foundation.

Race day kicks off at 8 AM, following an energizing National Anthem and announcements at 7:45 AM. With bib and shirt pickup available on Friday evening and early Saturday morning, participants can easily prepare for the race. Remember, same-day registration will be mobile-only, so gear up ahead of time! After the races, join us for the awards ceremony, celebrating the achievements of our 5K and 10K runners. With water stations along the route and volunteers ensuring a safe experience, the Kirby Derby promises not just a race, but a memorable community event. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to get active and support a meaningful cause!

Organiser's Description

Participating in the Kirby Derby is a great way to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle while having fun. All the proceeds go to the development of the Wellness Trail provided by the Kirby Foundation. For more information and online registration click on the links above.

T-shirt deadline 4/14

Please note that registration will be open until 7:30am on race morning, however there will be no cash registration available at the park on race morning. Same day registration will be completed on your mobile device. If you need to switch events, the deadline to do so is 12pm the day before the race.

Bib and shirt pickup will be Friday from 4-5:30pm or on race morning 6:45-8am. Both will take place at the park pavilion. If you registered by 11:59pm on 4/14 you will receive a race shirt. Please note that we are not able to accommodate shirt size swaps.

Announcements and National Anthem will be at 7:45am. The race will start promptly at 8am.

Please note that this is not a closed course. We do our best to inform the community of the race and encourage them to use alternate routes when possible. We will have a volunteer at every intersection to help guide participants and stop any oncoming traffic.

We will have two water stations available this year. The first water stop will be by Nick's Park and the second will be by Monticello Laundry. 10K runners will pass the second stop twice.

The 5K award ceremony will start at approximately 9am with the 10K awards immediately following.

For the latest race updates, follow our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/KMCKirbyDerby/

Races

  • 10K Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS 01 OCT
  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS 01 OCT

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Forest Reserve Park, Monticello, 61856, IL, United States

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