Reagan Run

  • Date Sat 4th July 2026
  • Time 7:30AM CDT
  • Location Dixon, Illinois
  • Price Free - $22.20
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for the 26th annual Reagan Run on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in the beautiful city of Dixon, Lee! This exciting 5K race kicks off at 8:00 a.m. and winds through charming downtown streets, serene wooded areas, and alongside the picturesque river, making it a perfect way to celebrate Independence Day. The event not only promotes fitness and community spirit but also supports local not-for-profit organizations, adding a meaningful touch to your race experience.

Don't miss the chance to participate in the Kids Fun Run at 7:30 a.m. before the main event. Packets can be picked up on July 3rd at the Dixon YMCA, with same-day registration available on race day. Awards will be presented post-race, celebrating the top finishers in various age categories, along with unique prizes for the overall male and female winners. Please note that strollers and pets will not be allowed in the 5K. Lace up your running shoes and join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community celebration!

Organiser's Description

This is the 26th year anniversary of the Reagan Run. The race will be on July 4, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. This is a unique 5K race that winds throughout the downtown, into wooded areas, and along the river. It benefits various not-for-profit organizations.

Packet Pick-up:

* Friday, July 3rd - 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Dixon YMCA, 110 N. Galena Avenue
* In-person registration available during packet pick-up
* Credit card/Debit available on 7/3 and 7/4

Race Day Schedule:

* 6:30 - 7:30 AM: Race-day registration and check-in.
* 7:30 AM: Kids Fun Run start
* 8:00 AM: 5K start

Please - no strollers and no pets in the 5K. Thank you

Awards:
Awards presented after race. Overall winners do not receive age group awards.

* Unique award to first overall male and female
* First three places, each division, male and female: 10/under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
* Masters overall for Male and Female

Walkers:

Walkers are welcome and encouraged. For safety reasons, walkers will line up behind the runners.
Official times will be available for persons finishing in 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Races

  • 5K Run

    Incl. $2.20 Fee

    Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM CDT)

    $22.20

  • Kids Fun Run

    Sat 4th July 2026 (7:30AM CDT)

    Free

    A Free, Fun and Safe event for kids 9 and under. All finishers will receive a medal, refreshments and a special good bag. Free t-shirts are available to the first 100 entrants; sizes are first come, first serve. Must participate to receive shirt. Pre-registration encouraged. Packet pickup is on race day only at the Reagan Home. Registration ends at 7:15 a.m. on race day. Start is at corner of Hennepin Avenue and 8th Street. Race ends at Haymarket Square. Run is 6/10ths of a mile.

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Location

810 S. Hennepin Avenue, Dixon, 61021, IL, United States

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