Rattlesnake Master Run for the Prairie
- Date Sun 2nd November 2025
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Urbana, Illinois
- Price $32.80
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community spirit at the 27th Annual Rattlesnake Master Run for the Prairie, taking place on Sunday, November 2, 2025, in the picturesque Urbana, Champaign. This year, participants can choose from a 10K run, a 5K run, or a 5K walk, all set against the stunning backdrop of the 130-acre Meadowbrook Park and Prairie. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this event welcomes participants of all ages, making it a perfect outing for families and friends.
Join us for a fantastic atmosphere filled with music, friendly volunteers, and the thrill of competition, all while supporting Grand Prairie Friends, a non-profit land trust dedicated to conservation in Central Illinois. With low entry fees, race medals, and optional t-shirts available for early registrants, this is an event you won't want to miss! Can't be there in person? Consider participating in the virtual race option, where you can run your chosen distance at your convenience. Mark your calendars for this uplifting celebration of health, community, and nature!
Join us for a fantastic atmosphere filled with music, friendly volunteers, and the thrill of competition, all while supporting Grand Prairie Friends, a non-profit land trust dedicated to conservation in Central Illinois. With low entry fees, race medals, and optional t-shirts available for early registrants, this is an event you won't want to miss! Can't be there in person? Consider participating in the virtual race option, where you can run your chosen distance at your convenience. Mark your calendars for this uplifting celebration of health, community, and nature!
Organiser's Description
THE 27TH ANNUAL RATTLESNAKE MASTER RUN FOR THE PRAIRIE INCLUDES A 10K AND 5K RUN AND 5K WALK THAT BENEFITS GRAND PRAIRIE FRIENDS, A NON-PROFIT LAND TRUST AND CONSERVATION GROUP IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS. THIS RACE CIRCLES THE BEAUTIFUL 130-ACRE MEADOWBROOK PARK AND PRAIRIE IN URBANA, ILLINOIS AND INCLUDES SOME TRAIL RUNNING. IT OFFERS A LOW ENTRY FEE, RACE MEDALS, OPTIONAL T-SHIRTS, MUSIC, AND FRIENDLY VOLUNTEERS.
IF YOU CAN'T ATTEND THE RACE IN PERSON, SUPPORT GRAND PRAIRIE FRIENDS AND PARTICIPATE IN OUR VIRTUAL RACES. RUN THE DISTANCE YOU WANT, WHERE AND WHEN YOU WANT AND REPORT YOUR TIME BY NOV 2 ON RUNSIGNUP. VIRTUAL RACE TIMES WILL BE POSTED BUT NOT CONSIDERED FOR MEDALS.
COME CELEBRATE 27 YEARS OF RACES! RUNNERS OF ALL AGES WELCOME!
REGISTRATION: STARTS 8/18/2025
10K Run:
* WOMEN: Ages: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* MEN: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* NON-BINARY: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
5K RUN:
* WOMEN: Ages: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* MEN: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* NON-BINARY: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
5K WALK:
*
AGES: 0-35, 36-49, 50 AND OVER
REGULATIONS:
* NO DOGS, STROLLERS, OR HIKING POLES
* NO REFUNDS. THIS IS A "RAIN OR SHINE" RACE.
* APPLICABLE STATE AND LOCAL COVID GUIDELINES WILL APPLY
T-SHIRTS: REGISTER BY MIDNIGHT, OCT 19. TO ORDER A RACE T-SHIRT
PARKING: SEE DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS AND MAP BELOW
PACKET PICKUP: RACE PACKETS AVAILABLE NOON-4PM ON SATURDAY, NOV 1 AT BODY N' SOLE, 1317 DUNLAP, SAVOY, IL (217-356-8926).
PACKETS ALSO AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY FROM 8-8:45AM AT THE GARDEN PAVILION IN MEADOWBROOK PARK NEAR THE RACE STREET PARKING LOT.
RACE START: 9AM. DON'T FORGET THE TIME CHANGE!
IF YOU CAN'T ATTEND THE RACE IN PERSON, SUPPORT GRAND PRAIRIE FRIENDS AND PARTICIPATE IN OUR VIRTUAL RACES. RUN THE DISTANCE YOU WANT, WHERE AND WHEN YOU WANT AND REPORT YOUR TIME BY NOV 2 ON RUNSIGNUP. VIRTUAL RACE TIMES WILL BE POSTED BUT NOT CONSIDERED FOR MEDALS.
COME CELEBRATE 27 YEARS OF RACES! RUNNERS OF ALL AGES WELCOME!
REGISTRATION: STARTS 8/18/2025
10K Run:
* WOMEN: Ages: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* MEN: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* NON-BINARY: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
5K RUN:
* WOMEN: Ages: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* MEN: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* NON-BINARY: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
5K WALK:
*
AGES: 0-35, 36-49, 50 AND OVER
REGULATIONS:
* NO DOGS, STROLLERS, OR HIKING POLES
* NO REFUNDS. THIS IS A "RAIN OR SHINE" RACE.
* APPLICABLE STATE AND LOCAL COVID GUIDELINES WILL APPLY
T-SHIRTS: REGISTER BY MIDNIGHT, OCT 19. TO ORDER A RACE T-SHIRT
PARKING: SEE DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS AND MAP BELOW
PACKET PICKUP: RACE PACKETS AVAILABLE NOON-4PM ON SATURDAY, NOV 1 AT BODY N' SOLE, 1317 DUNLAP, SAVOY, IL (217-356-8926).
PACKETS ALSO AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY FROM 8-8:45AM AT THE GARDEN PAVILION IN MEADOWBROOK PARK NEAR THE RACE STREET PARKING LOT.
RACE START: 9AM. DON'T FORGET THE TIME CHANGE!
Races
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5K Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirts
Sun 2nd November 2025 (9:00AM CST)
$32.80
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5K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirts
Sun 2nd November 2025 (9:00AM CST)
$32.80
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10K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirts
Sun 2nd November 2025 (9:00AM CST)
$32.80
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5K Virtual Race
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
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10K Virtual Race
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
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Meadowbrook Park, 2808 S Race St, Urbana, 61802, IL, United States
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