Underground Railroad 5k
- Date Sat 6th September 2025
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Princeton, Illinois
- Price Free - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 32nd Annual Underground Railroad 5K, happening on Saturday, September 6, 2025, in beautiful Princeton, Bureau County! This exciting event kicks off with registration and packet pick-up starting at 7:00 AM, followed by a delightful Kiddie Fun Run at 8:00 AM, leading into the main 5K race at 8:30 AM. The race course begins and ends at the Bureau County Metro Center, providing a vibrant backdrop for participants of all ages.
With an entry fee of just $25 if you register by August 6th, and $30 thereafter, this is an affordable way to enjoy a day of fitness and community spirit. Plus, the Kiddie Fun Run is completely free! All pre-registered participants will receive a guaranteed t-shirt, and awards will be given to the top overall male and female runners, as well as top finishers in various age divisions. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to join fellow runners in a celebration of health, camaraderie, and fun!
With an entry fee of just $25 if you register by August 6th, and $30 thereafter, this is an affordable way to enjoy a day of fitness and community spirit. Plus, the Kiddie Fun Run is completely free! All pre-registered participants will receive a guaranteed t-shirt, and awards will be given to the top overall male and female runners, as well as top finishers in various age divisions. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to join fellow runners in a celebration of health, camaraderie, and fun!
Organiser's Description
32ND ANNUAL UNDERGROUND RAILROAD 5K
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2025
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
7:00am Registration and Packet Pick-up
8:00am Kiddie Fun Run Starts
8:30am 5k Race Starts
COURSE:
Begins and ends at the Bureau County Metro Center
ENTRY FEE
$25 8/6 & Before
$30 8/7 & After
$300 Corporate Team (up to 20 participants)
Kiddy Fun Run FREE!!!
T-shirts Guaranteed to all pre-registered participants. Available to Day-of registrants, while supplies last!
AWARDS:
Overall Male & Female
Top Princeton Male & Female
Male & Female Age Divisions (Top 3 in each division):
9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
DIRECTIONS TO THE RACE:
I-80 to Exit 56. Head South onto Main St. Take a right at Peru St., Left at Anderson St., Right at Park Ave.
Bureau County Metro Center 837 Park Ave. West, Princeton, IL 61356
_QUESTIONS? PLEASE CONTACT BRETT RENNER, RACE DIRECTOR (815) 876-0721_
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2025
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
7:00am Registration and Packet Pick-up
8:00am Kiddie Fun Run Starts
8:30am 5k Race Starts
COURSE:
Begins and ends at the Bureau County Metro Center
ENTRY FEE
$25 8/6 & Before
$30 8/7 & After
$300 Corporate Team (up to 20 participants)
Kiddy Fun Run FREE!!!
T-shirts Guaranteed to all pre-registered participants. Available to Day-of registrants, while supplies last!
AWARDS:
Overall Male & Female
Top Princeton Male & Female
Male & Female Age Divisions (Top 3 in each division):
9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
DIRECTIONS TO THE RACE:
I-80 to Exit 56. Head South onto Main St. Take a right at Peru St., Left at Anderson St., Right at Park Ave.
Bureau County Metro Center 837 Park Ave. West, Princeton, IL 61356
_QUESTIONS? PLEASE CONTACT BRETT RENNER, RACE DIRECTOR (815) 876-0721_
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th September 2025 (8:30AM CDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
5k Kiddy Fun Run
Sat 6th September 2025 (8:00AM CDT)
Free
CLOSED
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