Lincoln-Douglas 3 Mile/8 Mile Race

Saturday, June 22, 2024 Past event
9:00 AM CDT
Metamora, Illinois
Free–$32.80 · 3 races

Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 51st Lincoln-Douglas Run, taking place on Saturday, June 22, 2024, in the charming town of Metamora, Woodford! This exciting event features two race distances: a scenic 3-mile run, perfect for walkers and runners alike, and a challenging 8-mile race for those looking to push their limits. The races kick off at 7:30 AM, followed by the Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run for participants aged 12 and under at 8:00 AM.

Both adult races will start in front of MTCO and finish right at the historic Metamora Courthouse, providing a picturesque backdrop for this community celebration. Early registration is just $25 until June 17, so don't miss your chance to secure your spot and a coveted T-shirt—available to the first 150 entries. With awards for top finishers in each race and participation ribbons for all kids, this event promises to be a memorable experience for athletes of all ages. Join us for a day filled with camaraderie, competition, and community spirit!

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Races

  • 3 Mile

    Incl. $2.80 Fee &

    8:30 AM CDT

    $32.80

    Entries closed
  • 8 Mile

    Incl. $2.80 Fee &

    8:30 AM CDT

    $32.80

    Entries closed
  • 1/2 Mile Fun Run (12 & under)

    9:00 AM CDT

    Free

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

51ST LINCOLN-DOUGLAS RUN - 3 MILE & 8 MILE DISTANCES AND KIDS 1/2 MILE (12 AND UNDER).

TIME: 7:30 AM 8 MILE AND 3 MILE RUN ( WALKERS WELCOME IN THE 3 MILE RUN)

TIME: 8:00 AM 1/2 MILE KIDS FUN RUN (12 AND UNDER)

COURSE: BOTH RACES START IN FRONT OF MTCO AND FINISH IN FRONT OF THE HISTORIC METAMORA COURTHOUSE

ENTRY FEE: $25.00 IF PAID BY JUNE 17, $30.00 AFTER JUNE 17. T-SHIRTS WILL BE GIVEN TO THE FIRST 150 ENTRIES FOR THE 3 AND 8 MILE RUNNERS.

PACKET PICKUP: RUNNERS ARE TO PICK UP THEIR NUMBERS OR REGISTER AT METAMORA TWP. HS FROM 6:30 TO 7:15.

FACILITIES: RESTROOMS WILL BE PROVIDED AT METAMORA TWP. HIGH SCHOOL

AWARDS: TROPHIES WILL BE PRESENTED TO THE TOP MALE AND FEMALE IN BOTH RACES. TROPHIES TO THE TOP THREE MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS IN EACH AGE GROUP.

3 MILE AGE GROUPS: 14 & UNDER, 15 - 19, 20 - 24, 25 - 29, 30 - 34, 35 - 39, 40 - 44, 45 - 50, 51 - 59, 60 - 69, 70 & OVER.

8 MILE AGE GROUPS: 19 & UNDER, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 & OVER.

PARTICIPATION RIBBONS TO ALL FINISHER IN THE KIDS 1/2 MILE FUN RUN.

Location

101 W. Madison St., Metamora, 61548, IL, United States

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