Limestone Rocks! 8-Hour or 4-Hour Race
- Date Sat 19th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Kankakee, Illinois
- Price $43.40 - $48.70
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Limestone Rocks! 8-Hour or 4-Hour Race taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the scenic Limestone Park in Kankakee. This exciting event features a challenging 1.65-mile loop course that combines both flat and hilly terrain, allowing participants to test their endurance and speed. Runners can choose between two race formats—an 8-hour or a 4-hour challenge—where the goal is to complete as many loops as possible within the allotted time.
This year, there's an exciting twist! During the final half hour, participants can switch to a shorter 1/4 mile out-and-back loop, perfect for those looking to maximize their distance without the pressure of completing a full loop. With a well-stocked aid station, restrooms, and the option to set up base camps, this event promises a supportive and fun atmosphere for all competitors. Plus, every participant will receive a personalized finisher award! Join us for a day of running, camaraderie, and community spirit, while supporting the Kankakee Veterans Assistance Commission and Limestone Park. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy the great outdoors!
This year, there's an exciting twist! During the final half hour, participants can switch to a shorter 1/4 mile out-and-back loop, perfect for those looking to maximize their distance without the pressure of completing a full loop. With a well-stocked aid station, restrooms, and the option to set up base camps, this event promises a supportive and fun atmosphere for all competitors. Plus, every participant will receive a personalized finisher award! Join us for a day of running, camaraderie, and community spirit, while supporting the Kankakee Veterans Assistance Commission and Limestone Park. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy the great outdoors!
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EVENT INFORMATION
EVENT DESCRIPTION: You may compete in either a 8-hour or 4-hour race on a 1.65 mile loop course at Limestone Park. The course, mostly crushed limestone and partly asphalt, is about half flat and half hilly with one short-but-steep downhill and one short-but-steep uphill plus a couple of other small hills, with a maximum elevation change of 50 feet. NEW THIS YEAR - During the last half hour, you may switch to a 1/4 mile out and back loop (1/8 mile each way) if you dont have time to do a full course loop.
HOW IT WORKS: At the end of each loop you will check in with the scorekeeper. Then, take a break between loops or go right back out again; the choice is yours. Do as many loops as you can in the allotted time for your race. The scoring will be based on total loops completed. In the event of ties, the person who finished his or her last loop earliest will be the winner. Partial loops will not count. Use your own judgement about when to start a final loop. NEW THIS YEAR - During the last half hour, you may switch to a 1/4 mile out and back loop (1/8 mile each way) if you dont have time to do a full course loop.
AID STATION: There will be a well-stocked aid station at the start/finish of the loop, It will be mostly limited to items that are individually wrapped. Restrooms will also be available there. There is an area where runners can set up their own base camps. If you have any special needs/wants for refreshments, you should plan on bringing your own.
AWARDS: Overall awards and age group awards will be based on participation. Finisher awards to all participants (personalized with your name for pre-registered participants.)
Net proceeds of this event will be donated to: Kankakee Veterans Assistance Commission and Limestone Park.
SCHEDULE 8-HOUR 4-HOUR
Registration & Packet Pickup 7:30am-8:50am 9:00am-12:50pm
Pre-race briefing 8:55am 12:55pm
Race starts 9:00am 1:00pm
Race ends 5:00pm 5:00pm
Awards ceremony 5:15pm 5:15pm
FEES 8-HOUR 4-HOUR
Through Sep 13 $45 $40
Sep 14 - Sep 19 $50 $45
Race Day - Sep 20 $55 $50
T-shirts (Dri-Fit or Cotton) are available for order through noon on September 7th for an additional $10.
EVENT DESCRIPTION: You may compete in either a 8-hour or 4-hour race on a 1.65 mile loop course at Limestone Park. The course, mostly crushed limestone and partly asphalt, is about half flat and half hilly with one short-but-steep downhill and one short-but-steep uphill plus a couple of other small hills, with a maximum elevation change of 50 feet. NEW THIS YEAR - During the last half hour, you may switch to a 1/4 mile out and back loop (1/8 mile each way) if you dont have time to do a full course loop.
HOW IT WORKS: At the end of each loop you will check in with the scorekeeper. Then, take a break between loops or go right back out again; the choice is yours. Do as many loops as you can in the allotted time for your race. The scoring will be based on total loops completed. In the event of ties, the person who finished his or her last loop earliest will be the winner. Partial loops will not count. Use your own judgement about when to start a final loop. NEW THIS YEAR - During the last half hour, you may switch to a 1/4 mile out and back loop (1/8 mile each way) if you dont have time to do a full course loop.
AID STATION: There will be a well-stocked aid station at the start/finish of the loop, It will be mostly limited to items that are individually wrapped. Restrooms will also be available there. There is an area where runners can set up their own base camps. If you have any special needs/wants for refreshments, you should plan on bringing your own.
AWARDS: Overall awards and age group awards will be based on participation. Finisher awards to all participants (personalized with your name for pre-registered participants.)
Net proceeds of this event will be donated to: Kankakee Veterans Assistance Commission and Limestone Park.
SCHEDULE 8-HOUR 4-HOUR
Registration & Packet Pickup 7:30am-8:50am 9:00am-12:50pm
Pre-race briefing 8:55am 12:55pm
Race starts 9:00am 1:00pm
Race ends 5:00pm 5:00pm
Awards ceremony 5:15pm 5:15pm
FEES 8-HOUR 4-HOUR
Through Sep 13 $45 $40
Sep 14 - Sep 19 $50 $45
Race Day - Sep 20 $55 $50
T-shirts (Dri-Fit or Cotton) are available for order through noon on September 7th for an additional $10.
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