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

Join us for the exciting Kirby Derby on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the beautiful setting of Monticello, Piatt! This vibrant event is perfect for anyone looking to embrace an active lifestyle while contributing to a great cause. All proceeds from the Kirby Derby support the development of the Wellness Trail, a project by the Kirby Foundation aimed at promoting health and fitness in the community.

Whether you choose to run the 5K or tackle the 10K, you'll enjoy a well-organized event with plenty of support along the route. The race kicks off at 8 AM, with announcements and the National Anthem starting at 7:45 AM. Don't miss the chance to pick up your bib and shirt on Friday evening or race morning. With two water stations along the course, participants will stay hydrated while enjoying the scenic views. Make sure to stick around for the award ceremonies, with the 5K awards at approximately 9 AM and the 10K awards following shortly after. Register online soon, and remember, same-day registration can be completed on your mobile device until 7:30 AM on race day. Get ready for a fantastic day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at the Kirby Derby!

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 coming soon!

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.

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 JAN 26
  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

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

    $27.50

    OPENS 01 JAN 26

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Location

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

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