Run for Honor
- Date Sun 27th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Springfield, Illinois
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Run for Honor, taking place on Sunday, September 27th, 2026, in the scenic Lincoln Park of Springfield, Sangamon. This spirited 5K for Freedom invites participants of all ages and abilities to either run or walk the 3.1-mile course while honoring the brave men and women who have served our nation. With a race start at 9:00 AM, this community-focused event promises a day filled with camaraderie, remembrance, and fun.
Every step you take helps support the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight, ensuring that local veterans have the opportunity to visit the memorials dedicated to their sacrifice in Washington, D.C. Registration includes delightful pre-and post-race snacks, refreshing drinks, and unique finisher medals for all participants. Plus, top finishers in each age group will receive additional awards! Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference while enjoying a beautiful day outdoors. Lace up your shoes, gather your friends and family, and come together to honor our heroes one mile at a time!
Every step you take helps support the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight, ensuring that local veterans have the opportunity to visit the memorials dedicated to their sacrifice in Washington, D.C. Registration includes delightful pre-and post-race snacks, refreshing drinks, and unique finisher medals for all participants. Plus, top finishers in each age group will receive additional awards! Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference while enjoying a beautiful day outdoors. Lace up your shoes, gather your friends and family, and come together to honor our heroes one mile at a time!
Organiser's Description
RUN FOR HONOR 5K FOR FREEDOM
Join us for Run for Honor a 5K for Freedom, a meaningful community event where every step helps honor our nations heroes. This timed 5K (3.1 miles) is open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, whether youre chasing a personal best or enjoying a walk with friends and family.
All proceeds benefit the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight, helping local veterans travel to Washington, D.C. to visit and reflect at the memorials built in their honor. Whether youre running for fitness, walking for fun, or participating to honor those who served, Run for Honor is about community, remembrance, and moving forward together.
Sunday, September 27th
Lincoln Park, Springfield IL
Race Start: 9:00 AM
Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)
Run or Walk: All paces welcome
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
* Pre AND Post-race snacks
* Drinks
* Prizes
* Every finisher will receive a one-of-a-kind finisher medal
* Top finishers in each age group will receive an additional award medal.
* MORE
PACKET PICK-UP:
We will have on-site packet pick up from 7:15am-845am. Show up a little early for pre-race snacks and Donuts provided by Mel-O-Cream!
ADDITONAL INFORMATION:
PARKING - Main parking will be available at Nelson Center. We will have the Race Start and staging area barricaded off. Course maps and race route images shared on our FB page (link below).
RESTROOMS - Available at staging area and inside Nelson Center
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
* Scheels [https://www.facebook.com/springfieldscheels]
* Springfield Running Center [https://springfieldrunningcenter.com/]
* OrangeTheory [https://www.facebook.com/OTFSpringfield]
* Mel O Cream [https://www.melocreamspringfield.com/]
* Fit & Savage [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574564584100]
* Wellthy Juice Co [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084900205225]
We are currently working with local businesses to be able to provide additional race swag! If youd like the opportunity or know a business who would like to partner with us- please send us a message!
_LACE UP, SHOW UP, AND HELP US CARRY THEIR HONORONE MILE AT A TIME._
Visit our FB Page to stay up to date on information and share your participation!
Run for Honor | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/events/1219794453454789/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22home%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22search%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D]
Join us for Run for Honor a 5K for Freedom, a meaningful community event where every step helps honor our nations heroes. This timed 5K (3.1 miles) is open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, whether youre chasing a personal best or enjoying a walk with friends and family.
All proceeds benefit the Land of Lincoln Honor Flight, helping local veterans travel to Washington, D.C. to visit and reflect at the memorials built in their honor. Whether youre running for fitness, walking for fun, or participating to honor those who served, Run for Honor is about community, remembrance, and moving forward together.
Sunday, September 27th
Lincoln Park, Springfield IL
Race Start: 9:00 AM
Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)
Run or Walk: All paces welcome
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
* Pre AND Post-race snacks
* Drinks
* Prizes
* Every finisher will receive a one-of-a-kind finisher medal
* Top finishers in each age group will receive an additional award medal.
* MORE
PACKET PICK-UP:
We will have on-site packet pick up from 7:15am-845am. Show up a little early for pre-race snacks and Donuts provided by Mel-O-Cream!
ADDITONAL INFORMATION:
PARKING - Main parking will be available at Nelson Center. We will have the Race Start and staging area barricaded off. Course maps and race route images shared on our FB page (link below).
RESTROOMS - Available at staging area and inside Nelson Center
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
* Scheels [https://www.facebook.com/springfieldscheels]
* Springfield Running Center [https://springfieldrunningcenter.com/]
* OrangeTheory [https://www.facebook.com/OTFSpringfield]
* Mel O Cream [https://www.melocreamspringfield.com/]
* Fit & Savage [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574564584100]
* Wellthy Juice Co [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084900205225]
We are currently working with local businesses to be able to provide additional race swag! If youd like the opportunity or know a business who would like to partner with us- please send us a message!
_LACE UP, SHOW UP, AND HELP US CARRY THEIR HONORONE MILE AT A TIME._
Visit our FB Page to stay up to date on information and share your participation!
Run for Honor | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/events/1219794453454789/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22home%22%7D%2C%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22search%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D]
Races
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Run for Honor, 5k for Freedom
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sun 27th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$32.80
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1605 N 5th St, Springfield, 62702, IL, United States
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