Major Reid Nannen Memorial 5K
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Hopedale, Illinois
- Price $20.00 - $30.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the uplifting Major Reid Nannen Memorial 5K on Friday, July 4, 2025, in Hopedale, Tazewell! This inspiring event not only celebrates fitness and community but also honors the memory of U.S. Marine Major Reid B. Nannen, a beloved local hero who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving. Participants can choose to run or walk the 5K course, which winds through the scenic heart of Hopedale, making it a perfect day for all fitness levels.
In addition to the 5K, we're excited to offer a special 1 Mile Memorial Walk, where you can honor loved ones with personalized yard signs placed along the route for a $25 donation. Don't miss the chance to be part of this touching tribute! Register by June 15 to guarantee your shirt size, and remember, early packet pickup is available on July 3 from 8 AM to 7 PM at the Hopedale Wellness Center. With awards for the fastest finishers and age group winners, plus a festive post-race celebration, the Major Reid Nannen Memorial 5K promises to be an unforgettable day of remembrance and community spirit. Get ready to lace up your shoes and join us in honoring
In addition to the 5K, we're excited to offer a special 1 Mile Memorial Walk, where you can honor loved ones with personalized yard signs placed along the route for a $25 donation. Don't miss the chance to be part of this touching tribute! Register by June 15 to guarantee your shirt size, and remember, early packet pickup is available on July 3 from 8 AM to 7 PM at the Hopedale Wellness Center. With awards for the fastest finishers and age group winners, plus a festive post-race celebration, the Major Reid Nannen Memorial 5K promises to be an unforgettable day of remembrance and community spirit. Get ready to lace up your shoes and join us in honoring
Organiser's Description
This 5K Run / Walk will honor U.S. Marine Major Reid B. Nannen, a Hopedale native, who gave his life in service while training at TOPGUN NAS in Fallon, Nevada on March 1, 2014.
Back for 2025 - 1 Mile Memorial Walk Signs
Join us in the opportunity to honor those we love during the 1 Mile Memorial Walk. For just a $25 donation, we will have a yard sign created that honors and/or remembers someone that you love. These signs will be placed along the race/walk course. Please consider making this additional $25 donation! Once you have completed your registration, we will contact you about who's name you would like on the sign. Click on the DONATE Button to order your signs today!
Deadline for ordering yard signs for 2025 is June 15, 2025.
SHIRT GUARANTEE/REGISTRATION AFTER JULY 2ND @ NOON
You must register by June 15th to be guaranteed your shirt size. (After June 15th, first come first serve based on availability.)
From July 2 @ Noon until Race Day @ 7:00am, registrations can be completed by calling 309-449-4500, registering at packet pickup, or on the day of the race at the registration table.
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup is on July 3, from 8am-7pm at the Hopedale Wellness Center. Day of pickup will be at the race registration table. Early pickup is strongly encouraged.
5K Overall Winners
* Fastest Male Runner (Gun Time) will receive a monetary award
* Fastest Female Runner (Gun Time) will receive a monetary award
5K AGE GROUP AWARDS - TOP 2 MALE AND FEMALE IN EACH AGE GROUP (BASED ON NET CHIP TIME. YOUR TIME STARTS WHEN YOU CROSS THE START LINE.)
* 9 and under
* 10-14
* 15-19
* 20-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60-69
* 70-79
* 80 and over
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:
1. A running course that takes you through the heart of Hopedale
2. Live-time results
3. Packet pick-up at the HWC July 3 from 8AM-7PM
4. Awards ceremony starting at 8:30am on the day of the race
5. Enjoy a post-race party with snacks and beverages
Back for 2025 - 1 Mile Memorial Walk Signs
Join us in the opportunity to honor those we love during the 1 Mile Memorial Walk. For just a $25 donation, we will have a yard sign created that honors and/or remembers someone that you love. These signs will be placed along the race/walk course. Please consider making this additional $25 donation! Once you have completed your registration, we will contact you about who's name you would like on the sign. Click on the DONATE Button to order your signs today!
Deadline for ordering yard signs for 2025 is June 15, 2025.
SHIRT GUARANTEE/REGISTRATION AFTER JULY 2ND @ NOON
You must register by June 15th to be guaranteed your shirt size. (After June 15th, first come first serve based on availability.)
From July 2 @ Noon until Race Day @ 7:00am, registrations can be completed by calling 309-449-4500, registering at packet pickup, or on the day of the race at the registration table.
Packet Pickup
Packet pickup is on July 3, from 8am-7pm at the Hopedale Wellness Center. Day of pickup will be at the race registration table. Early pickup is strongly encouraged.
5K Overall Winners
* Fastest Male Runner (Gun Time) will receive a monetary award
* Fastest Female Runner (Gun Time) will receive a monetary award
5K AGE GROUP AWARDS - TOP 2 MALE AND FEMALE IN EACH AGE GROUP (BASED ON NET CHIP TIME. YOUR TIME STARTS WHEN YOU CROSS THE START LINE.)
* 9 and under
* 10-14
* 15-19
* 20-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60-69
* 70-79
* 80 and over
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:
1. A running course that takes you through the heart of Hopedale
2. Live-time results
3. Packet pick-up at the HWC July 3 from 8AM-7PM
4. Awards ceremony starting at 8:30am on the day of the race
5. Enjoy a post-race party with snacks and beverages
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