Quad Cities Distance Classic
- Date Sun 10th May 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Moline, Illinois
- Price $29.62 - $54.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of running at the Quad Cities Distance Classic on Sunday, May 10, 2026, in the vibrant cities of Moline and Rock Island, Illinois! This energetic event offers a fantastic opportunity for runners of all levels with a 5K race and a challenging Half Marathon, featuring scenic courses that highlight the beautiful River Drive and bike paths. The 5K, starting at 7:30 AM, is a fast and flat 3.1-mile loop, perfect for those looking to set a personal best. Meanwhile, the Half Marathon, also kicking off at 7:30 AM, covers a 13.1-mile course with four water stops to keep participants energized along the way.
Runners will have the chance to compete for exciting awards, including $100 in prize money for the overall male and female winners in both races, as well as additional prizes for age group winners. All Half Marathon finishers will receive a commemorative medal to celebrate their achievement! Don't miss out on the free training runs starting on March 15, 2026, to help you prepare for race day. Join the fun and be part of this amazing running event in the heart of the Quad Cities!
Runners will have the chance to compete for exciting awards, including $100 in prize money for the overall male and female winners in both races, as well as additional prizes for age group winners. All Half Marathon finishers will receive a commemorative medal to celebrate their achievement! Don't miss out on the free training runs starting on March 15, 2026, to help you prepare for race day. Join the fun and be part of this amazing running event in the heart of the Quad Cities!
Organiser's Description
Registration & Packet Pickup
STONEY CREEK INN: Bass Street and River Drive, Moline, IL
Saturday, May 9th 12-4: 12:00-4:00 pm
Race Day, Sunday May 10th: 6:30 am
HOTEL BLOCK
Guest room reservations a discount code can be made by calling Hotel at 309-743-0101 and selecting option #2 to speak with a front desk agent. Mention Quad-Cities Distance Classic Block to receive discounted rate by April 10th.
START: BASS STREET, 7:30 am
COURSE: 3.1 miles
Fast and flat loop course
Splits every mile, one water station.
AWARDS: $100 Prize Money to the overall Male and Female Winners.
Masters First Place Male and Female.
Up to three places in each of the following age groups: 19 & under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39,
40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.
Overall winners and Masters ineligible for age group awards.
Half Marathon Run Details
START: BASS STREET, 7:30 am
COURSE: 13.1 miles.
4 loop course on River Drive & Bike Path. 4 water stops.
IMPORTANT!
Course protection provided until 10:30 am. After 10:30 am, if you are still on the course, you must move to the sidewalks. Clock stops running at 10:30 am. Walkers encouraged to enter the 5K event-contact Race Hotline with questions.
COMMEMORATIVE MEDALS to all Half Marathon finishers.
AWARDS: $100 Prize Money to the overall Male and Female Winners.
$100 Masters Prize Money to Male and Female Winners (40 & Over).
Awards based on participation: 19 & under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39,
40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.
Overall winners and Overall Masters winners ineligible for age group awards.
Overall award winner ineligible for Masters Awards.
Free Half Marathon Training Runs
FREE!
Starting: Sunday, March 15th, 2026 / Sundays @ 7:30 a.m.
Location: McDonalds
Kimberly & Eastern, Davenport
Open to all
Will run 4-7 miles on 3/15/26, then longer each following week for 8 weeks.
Coach: John Parker
STONEY CREEK INN: Bass Street and River Drive, Moline, IL
Saturday, May 9th 12-4: 12:00-4:00 pm
Race Day, Sunday May 10th: 6:30 am
HOTEL BLOCK
Guest room reservations a discount code can be made by calling Hotel at 309-743-0101 and selecting option #2 to speak with a front desk agent. Mention Quad-Cities Distance Classic Block to receive discounted rate by April 10th.
START: BASS STREET, 7:30 am
COURSE: 3.1 miles
Fast and flat loop course
Splits every mile, one water station.
AWARDS: $100 Prize Money to the overall Male and Female Winners.
Masters First Place Male and Female.
Up to three places in each of the following age groups: 19 & under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39,
40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.
Overall winners and Masters ineligible for age group awards.
Half Marathon Run Details
START: BASS STREET, 7:30 am
COURSE: 13.1 miles.
4 loop course on River Drive & Bike Path. 4 water stops.
IMPORTANT!
Course protection provided until 10:30 am. After 10:30 am, if you are still on the course, you must move to the sidewalks. Clock stops running at 10:30 am. Walkers encouraged to enter the 5K event-contact Race Hotline with questions.
COMMEMORATIVE MEDALS to all Half Marathon finishers.
AWARDS: $100 Prize Money to the overall Male and Female Winners.
$100 Masters Prize Money to Male and Female Winners (40 & Over).
Awards based on participation: 19 & under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39,
40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.
Overall winners and Overall Masters winners ineligible for age group awards.
Overall award winner ineligible for Masters Awards.
Free Half Marathon Training Runs
FREE!
Starting: Sunday, March 15th, 2026 / Sundays @ 7:30 a.m.
Location: McDonalds
Kimberly & Eastern, Davenport
Open to all
Will run 4-7 miles on 3/15/26, then longer each following week for 8 weeks.
Coach: John Parker
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