Races for all Paces

4.5 · 1 review

Saturday, June 5, 2027

7:50 AM CDT

Charleston, Illinois

Free–$38.10 · 5 races

5km, 10km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Lace up your running shoes and get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the "Races for All Paces" event happening on Saturday, June 5, 2027, in beautiful Charleston, Coles! This vibrant, family-friendly gathering at Eastern Illinois University's O'Brien Stadium is designed to accommodate every fitness level, featuring a variety of race distances including a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk, a challenging 5K, and a 10K for those looking to push their limits. For the little ones, there's a delightful Toddler Trot and a Diaper Dash to ensure everyone can join in on the festivities!

Participants in the 1-Mile, 5K, and 10K will receive a shiny medal to commemorate their achievement, and there will be age-group awards for the 5K and 10K categories to add a little friendly competition. Don't miss out on the chance to register by May 18, 2026, to secure your free T-shirt and be part of this exhilarating community event. Mark your calendars, gather your family and friends, and prepare for a day filled with running, laughter, and unforgettable memories!

Races

10k Run/Walk

Opens in 1 month

Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

Challenge yourself in our 6.2-mile 10K race, perfect for runners and walkers looking to go the extra distance. Registration is $35 in advance or $40 on event day, with a $10 fee for kids ages 12 and under in advance and $15 on event day. The race is chip-timed, first aid stations will be available, and all finishers receive a medal. Register by May 16, 2026, to guarantee a free T-shirt.

7:50 AM CDT

$38.10
5k Run/Walk

Opens in 1 month

Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

The 5K Run/Walk is a great way to get active together and celebrate fitness as a family. Registration is $30 in advance or $35 on event day, with a $10 fee for kids ages 12 and under in advance and $15 on event day. The race is chip-timed, first aid stations will be available, and all finishers receive a medal. Register by May 16, 2026, to guarantee a free T-shirt.

8:15 AM CDT

$32.80
1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

Opens in 1 month

Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

The 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk is a great event for participants of all ages and abilities. This timed race allows adults who participate in the 5K or 10K to also enjoy the 1-Mile with their children. Registration is $15 in advance or $20 on event day, with a $5 fee for kids ages 12 and under in advance and $10 on event day. All finishers receive a medal. Register by May 16, 2026, to guarantee a free T-shirt.

9:30 AM CDT

$16.90
Toddler Trot

Opens in 1 month

The Toddler Trot is a fun, free event for children ages 35, giving the little ones a chance to run like the bigger kids! The race takes place on the 50-yard line and is designed for young runners to enjoy their first taste of racing in a safe, supportive environment.

10:15 AM CDT

Free
Diaper Dash

Opens in 1 month

The Diaper Dash is a fun, free event for children ages 3 and under, giving our tiniest participants a chance to race just like the older kids! The race takes place on the 50-yard line and is a safe, playful way for little ones to experience the excitement of a run.

10:15 AM CDT

Free

Organiser's description

GET OUT YOUR RUNNING SHOES AND BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY TO RACES FOR ALL PACES ON SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2026, AT EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITYS OBRIEN STADIUM. THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT OFFERS SOMETHING FOR EVERY FITNESS LEVEL, INCLUDING A 1-MILE FUN RUN/WALK, 5K, 10K, TODDLER TROT, AND DIAPER DASH. ENJOY FUN ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES. ALL 1-MILE, 5K, AND 10K PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A MEDAL, WITH AGE-GROUP AWARDS FOR THE 5K AND 10K. REGISTER BY MAY 18, 2026, TO GUARANTEE YOUR FREE T-SHIRT.

PLEASE NOTE: ONLY ANIMALS TRAINED TO ASSIST THE DISABLED ARE ALLOWED ON EIU CAMPUS.

Reviews

4.5

1 review

Kari Wallace

Reviewing the 2025 edition · 1 year ago

Well organized, smallish race with many distance options. Very family friendly--lots and lots of runners with strollers and a ton of kids were running the 5k--and the starting line and final 300m or so being on the college track around the football field was pretty cool. There were two water stations, which is nice because it was already muggy and sticky at 8am (the 10k had 3 water stations). I loved the design of the medals and the shirt.

I took off half a star because the distance, at least for the 5k, is not exact; the course was about 50m longer than my Garmin measured the run. The course map does include the caveat that the race distances are not certified, so this isn't unexpected, however, it was a bit disappointing.

All that said, if you live in South/East Central Illinois, and Charleston is an easy drive for you, this is a fun race that the whole family can enjoy, while still having some solid competition at the top levels. Definitely check it out!