Run Your Bass Off
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 7:30AM CDT
- Location Stanford, Illinois
- Price $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day at the "Run Your Bass Off" event on Saturday, July 18th, 2026, in the charming town of Stanford, McLean! This annual 5k Run/Walk is not just about hitting the pavement; it's a celebration of community spirit and support for the Olympia Bass Fishing Team. Join us as we cheer on our young anglers who travel across the state to compete in exciting fishing tournaments. Your participation will directly contribute to covering tournament fees, travel expenses, and essential equipment for these aspiring fishermen and women.
After the race, stick around to enjoy the vibrant Good Old Days Festival, offering a delightful mix of food and craft vendors, live music, a lively parade, a car show, fun pool games, pony rides, a petting zoo, and even a foam party! As the day winds down, don’t miss the spectacular grand fireworks display to cap off this invigorating day of fun and community. Awards will be presented for the top male and female overall, as well as in various age groups. Race day check-in opens at 6 AM, so lace up your running shoes and get ready for an unforgettable day!
After the race, stick around to enjoy the vibrant Good Old Days Festival, offering a delightful mix of food and craft vendors, live music, a lively parade, a car show, fun pool games, pony rides, a petting zoo, and even a foam party! As the day winds down, don’t miss the spectacular grand fireworks display to cap off this invigorating day of fun and community. Awards will be presented for the top male and female overall, as well as in various age groups. Race day check-in opens at 6 AM, so lace up your running shoes and get ready for an unforgettable day!
Organiser's Description
We hope you will join us for our annual 5k Run/Walk event supporting the Olympia Bass Fishing Team! Our youth fishing team travels all over the state competing in tournaments in the Fall and Spring. We are dedicated to teaching our young anglers the joys of fishing and promoting teamwork and sportsmanship. Your support will help with tournament fees, travel expenses, and equipment needs.
Following the race, be sure to stick around and enjoy the rest of Stanfords Good Old Days Festival.
Festival activities include: food/ craft vendors and live music at the park, parade, car show, pool games, pony rides, petting zoo, and foam party. The evening will conclude with a grand fireworks display. Full schedule and details about the festival can be found on their Facebook page.
Awards: Top M/F Overall and Top M/F in each age group: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Race Day Checkin Opens at 6AM
Following the race, be sure to stick around and enjoy the rest of Stanfords Good Old Days Festival.
Festival activities include: food/ craft vendors and live music at the park, parade, car show, pool games, pony rides, petting zoo, and foam party. The evening will conclude with a grand fireworks display. Full schedule and details about the festival can be found on their Facebook page.
Awards: Top M/F Overall and Top M/F in each age group: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Race Day Checkin Opens at 6AM
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$32.80
OPENS 01 JAN 26 -
1 Mile Walk (Untimed)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (7:30AM CDT)
$32.80
OPENS 01 JAN 26
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203 N Blackstone Ave, Stanford, 61774, IL, United States
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