Run Mahomet
- Date Sat 2nd August 2025
- Location Mahomet, Illinois
- Price $29.62 - $61.42
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 30th anniversary of Run Mahomet, taking place on Saturday, August 2, 2025, in the charming town of Mahomet, Champaign! This vibrant event not only promotes fitness and community spirit but also serves as a crucial fundraiser for the Mahomet Area Youth Club (MAYC), a non-profit organization dedicated to providing educational programs and support for local youth. Runners of all levels can participate in the USATF Certified courses, which include a fast and flat 5K, 10K, and a thrilling half-marathon.
Whether you join in person or opt for the virtual race experience, your registration fees will contribute to a wonderful cause that directly benefits the children of Mahomet. In-person participants will enjoy chip timing provided by Its Race Time, Inc., and have the chance to win awards in various age categories. Plus, all runners will receive a guaranteed technical t-shirt if registered by July 20th. Celebrate fitness, community, and a milestone birthday for Run Mahomet as you run for a purpose!
Whether you join in person or opt for the virtual race experience, your registration fees will contribute to a wonderful cause that directly benefits the children of Mahomet. In-person participants will enjoy chip timing provided by Its Race Time, Inc., and have the chance to win awards in various age categories. Plus, all runners will receive a guaranteed technical t-shirt if registered by July 20th. Celebrate fitness, community, and a milestone birthday for Run Mahomet as you run for a purpose!
Organiser's Description
HAPPY 30TH BIRTHDAY, RUN MAHOMET!!
RUN MAHOMET IS CELEBRATING THIRTY YEARS OF BRINGING ACTIVITY AND SUPPORT TO THE MAHOMET COMMUNITY! RUN MAHOMET IS PROUD TO CONTINUE TO BE A MAIN FUNDRAISER TO SUPPORT MAHOMET AREA YOUTH CLUB (MAYC)*, A VITAL NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION PROVIDING EDUCATION, PROGRAMMING, AND COMMUNITY TO OUR CHILDREN. IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A GREAT RACE, WHY NOT LET YOUR REGISTRATION FEES ALSO SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE?
Run Mahomet offers USATF Certified Courses for the 5k, 10k, and the 1/2 Marathon. Chip timing is provided by Its Race Time, Inc. for in-person runners. The course is primarily flat and considered fast. Virtual options are available for all races. Virtual runners will not be included in official timed results, but times can be submitted for final rankings. Virtual runners may run anytime the week before the in-person race date. Finisher Medals and Shirts will be mailed to all virtual runners. Maps and information: https://mahometyouth.org/run-mahomet/ .
**Half-marathon participants must be 12 years of age or older.
***Families with strollers may participate in the 5K. Please be aware of the varying speed of runners in the finish chute and allow racers to pass.
IN-PERSON RUNNERS - AWARDS
* 5K - Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in each the following age groups: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over
* 10K - Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in each the following age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over
* Half Marathon - Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in each the following age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over
* Prize money may be available depending on pre-race donations. TBD
* Guaranteed Technical T-shirts for all runners registered by July 20th.
* If you are an overall winner of a race, you will not be included in the age-bracket awards.
Virtual Runners - Submitting Your Result
Beginning August 5th you will be able to submit your time. To submit your virtual time, click on the link below. (Note: link will not work, and you cannot submit a result prior to Aug 5) By your name, click EDIT TIME. You can submit results from Aug 3 - Aug 6. Final results will be available at the same link Aug 7. Note, virtual runners are NOT eligible for awards.
(Link to be added)
PICKUP AND BIB/SHIRT/FINAL INSTRUCTIONS:
* Drive-through packet pick up time is from 7am - 7pm in the circle drive at Middletown Prairie, 1301 Bulldog Dr, Mahomet, IL 61853. All local runners are encouraged to pick up their packet on Friday.
* If you are traveling a distance you may pick up your packet on-site race day, Saturday, August 3rd from 5:30 to 6:45 am at Mahomet-Seymour High School, 302 W State St, Mahomet, IL 61853.
* Mailing is an option for an additional fee of $5.00 at the time of sign up for virtual runners
_*MAYC is a not-for-profit youth club that services members ages 6-18 and their families. For over 300+ youth each year, they work to improve attendance, grades, behavior, and school engagement. This youth club is vital to the youth of Mahomet and 100% of your additional donation goes to support MAYC and the kids. Any amount donated above your race fee is appreciated and will be put to great use. Thank you for your generosity!_
RUN MAHOMET IS CELEBRATING THIRTY YEARS OF BRINGING ACTIVITY AND SUPPORT TO THE MAHOMET COMMUNITY! RUN MAHOMET IS PROUD TO CONTINUE TO BE A MAIN FUNDRAISER TO SUPPORT MAHOMET AREA YOUTH CLUB (MAYC)*, A VITAL NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION PROVIDING EDUCATION, PROGRAMMING, AND COMMUNITY TO OUR CHILDREN. IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A GREAT RACE, WHY NOT LET YOUR REGISTRATION FEES ALSO SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE?
Run Mahomet offers USATF Certified Courses for the 5k, 10k, and the 1/2 Marathon. Chip timing is provided by Its Race Time, Inc. for in-person runners. The course is primarily flat and considered fast. Virtual options are available for all races. Virtual runners will not be included in official timed results, but times can be submitted for final rankings. Virtual runners may run anytime the week before the in-person race date. Finisher Medals and Shirts will be mailed to all virtual runners. Maps and information: https://mahometyouth.org/run-mahomet/ .
**Half-marathon participants must be 12 years of age or older.
***Families with strollers may participate in the 5K. Please be aware of the varying speed of runners in the finish chute and allow racers to pass.
IN-PERSON RUNNERS - AWARDS
* 5K - Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in each the following age groups: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over
* 10K - Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in each the following age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over
* Half Marathon - Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in each the following age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over
* Prize money may be available depending on pre-race donations. TBD
* Guaranteed Technical T-shirts for all runners registered by July 20th.
* If you are an overall winner of a race, you will not be included in the age-bracket awards.
Virtual Runners - Submitting Your Result
Beginning August 5th you will be able to submit your time. To submit your virtual time, click on the link below. (Note: link will not work, and you cannot submit a result prior to Aug 5) By your name, click EDIT TIME. You can submit results from Aug 3 - Aug 6. Final results will be available at the same link Aug 7. Note, virtual runners are NOT eligible for awards.
(Link to be added)
PICKUP AND BIB/SHIRT/FINAL INSTRUCTIONS:
* Drive-through packet pick up time is from 7am - 7pm in the circle drive at Middletown Prairie, 1301 Bulldog Dr, Mahomet, IL 61853. All local runners are encouraged to pick up their packet on Friday.
* If you are traveling a distance you may pick up your packet on-site race day, Saturday, August 3rd from 5:30 to 6:45 am at Mahomet-Seymour High School, 302 W State St, Mahomet, IL 61853.
* Mailing is an option for an additional fee of $5.00 at the time of sign up for virtual runners
_*MAYC is a not-for-profit youth club that services members ages 6-18 and their families. For over 300+ youth each year, they work to improve attendance, grades, behavior, and school engagement. This youth club is vital to the youth of Mahomet and 100% of your additional donation goes to support MAYC and the kids. Any amount donated above your race fee is appreciated and will be put to great use. Thank you for your generosity!_
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.62 Fee & Shirt - Guaranteed Through 7/15
Sat 2nd August 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$29.62
OPENS SOON -
10k
Incl. $3.22 Fee & Shirt - Guaranteed Through 7/15
Sat 2nd August 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$40.22
OPENS SOON -
Half Marathon
Incl. $4.42 Fee & Shirt - Guaranteed Through 7/15
Sat 2nd August 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$61.42
OPENS SOON -
5K - Virtual
Incl. $2.62 Fee & Shirt - Guaranteed Through 7/15
$29.62
OPENS SOON -
10K Virtual
Incl. $3.22 Fee & Shirt - Guaranteed Through 7/15
$40.22
OPENS SOON -
Half Marathon - Virtual
Incl. $4.42 Fee & Shirt - Guaranteed Through 7/15
$61.42
OPENS SOON
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