Race the Dead
- Date Fri 25th October 2024
- Time 6:00PM CDT
- Location Towanda, Illinois
- Price $9.48 - $22.20
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fun and fitness at the Race the Dead event on Friday, October 25, 2024! Taking place in the charming town of Towanda, McLean, this unique fun run invites participants to don their favorite Halloween costumes and take on a scenic 5K course along the historic Route 66. As the sun sets at 6:00 PM, runners will be greeted by a beautifully illuminated path lined with luminaries, making for a hauntingly delightful atmosphere.
Participants can register for just $20, which includes a long sleeve technical shirt featuring a seasonal design, or opt for entry without a shirt for only $8. The race is designed for everyone to enjoy, as it is not officially timed, but an illuminated clock will mark the finish. With a water stop offering refreshments and seasonal treats, it's a perfect opportunity to enjoy the spirit of Halloween while staying active. Whether you're a serious runner or just looking to have a great time, Race the Dead promises a memorable night filled with fun, fright, and community spirit!
Participants can register for just $20, which includes a long sleeve technical shirt featuring a seasonal design, or opt for entry without a shirt for only $8. The race is designed for everyone to enjoy, as it is not officially timed, but an illuminated clock will mark the finish. With a water stop offering refreshments and seasonal treats, it's a perfect opportunity to enjoy the spirit of Halloween while staying active. Whether you're a serious runner or just looking to have a great time, Race the Dead promises a memorable night filled with fun, fright, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
Registration Opens September 3
$20 with shirt ($2 LRC member discount)
Shirt is long sleeve technical with a seasonal image.
NOTE: REGISTRATION WITH SHIRT IS ONLY OPEN THROUGH OCT 11.
Entry without Shirt is $8 ($2 LRC member discount)
And is open for on-line registration through October 24.
PLACE
Kicks Bar and Grill
19578 N 1960 East Rd
Towanda, IL US 61776
DESCRIPTION
Race the Dead is a fun run opportunity to dress up and scare your fellow runners, hosted out of Kicks Bar and Grill in Towanda. The course is a flat 5K in length, but some don't make it past the first water stop. Scenic luminaries line the old (Dead) RT 66 course and you run past the historic haunted Towanda cemetery on this out and back course. The run is NOT officially timed, but there will be an illuminated clock at the finish line.
While the luminaries gorgeously define the course, we recommend you bring a flashlight, especially if you are a slower runner. Costumes are not required, but if you dress in your favorite Halloween costume you may win a prize.
Runners can hit the single water stop twice. The stop is located about .4 miles from the start/finish and offers water as well as some seasonal treats and refreshments.
Entry fee includes a coupon for a soft drink or beer at Kicks.
Race start is at sundown in Towanda which will be 6:00 PM this year. There could be some noise makers at the start, and depending on wind conditions the race will start +/- 60 seconds of official 6:00 PM sundown.
RACE CONTACT INFO:
Questions? Contact Kirby Cheek at [email protected] or call 309 533-8689. Leave a message and we will call you back.
$20 with shirt ($2 LRC member discount)
Shirt is long sleeve technical with a seasonal image.
NOTE: REGISTRATION WITH SHIRT IS ONLY OPEN THROUGH OCT 11.
Entry without Shirt is $8 ($2 LRC member discount)
And is open for on-line registration through October 24.
PLACE
Kicks Bar and Grill
19578 N 1960 East Rd
Towanda, IL US 61776
DESCRIPTION
Race the Dead is a fun run opportunity to dress up and scare your fellow runners, hosted out of Kicks Bar and Grill in Towanda. The course is a flat 5K in length, but some don't make it past the first water stop. Scenic luminaries line the old (Dead) RT 66 course and you run past the historic haunted Towanda cemetery on this out and back course. The run is NOT officially timed, but there will be an illuminated clock at the finish line.
While the luminaries gorgeously define the course, we recommend you bring a flashlight, especially if you are a slower runner. Costumes are not required, but if you dress in your favorite Halloween costume you may win a prize.
Runners can hit the single water stop twice. The stop is located about .4 miles from the start/finish and offers water as well as some seasonal treats and refreshments.
Entry fee includes a coupon for a soft drink or beer at Kicks.
Race start is at sundown in Towanda which will be 6:00 PM this year. There could be some noise makers at the start, and depending on wind conditions the race will start +/- 60 seconds of official 6:00 PM sundown.
RACE CONTACT INFO:
Questions? Contact Kirby Cheek at [email protected] or call 309 533-8689. Leave a message and we will call you back.
Races
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Race the Dead - With Shirt
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 25th October 2024 (6:00PM CDT)
$22.20
CLOSED -
Race the Dead - No Shirt
Incl. $1.48 Fee
Fri 25th October 2024 (6:00PM CDT)
$9.48
CLOSED
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