The Illinois State Fairgrounds

A flat and accurate out-and-back 2 mile course that will start and finish inside the Illinois State Fairgrounds. A water stop will be available at 1 mile. The race course is lined with cheering spectators in anticipation of the State Fair Parade that follows the run.

The race is also open to walkers, speed walkers, and/or power walkers but there is not a separate category for walkers. The only requirement is that you be able to maintain a 17:00 minute pace due to the Parade in order to be scored. The start/finish line will be taken apart starting at 6:05 PM. Walkers will be included in the age group awards.

Online Registration

USATF Certified Race Course (IL-10089-JW)

Event Shirts and Entry Fees

Unisex Shirts:
Fabric: 100% Microfiber Polyester
Style: “Contemporary Fit” meaning fit with room for movement
Description: Generously cut for comfort. Sizing is based on classic silhouette

Shirts are guaranteed to all entrants who sign up for a shirt, but some sizes may have to be back ordered and delivered at a later date.

A pint glass displaying the “SCHEELS Illinois State Fair Parade Run” logo will be available to all registrants. In the event the number of entrants exceeds the number ordered, the pint glass will still be delivered at a later date.

Entry Fees

Fee including a Race Shirt/Pint Glass
Through Sunday, August 5, 2012 (at 11:59 PM CDT)
$20.00 per person
$19.00 for SRRC members
Wednesday, August 8, 2012 (Packet Pick-up Registration) & Thursday, August 9, 2012 (Race Day Registration)
$25.00 per person (No Discounts)

Fee including a pint glass but not a Race Shirt.
Through Sunday, August 5, 2012 (at 11:59 PM CDT)
$15.00 per person
$14.00 for SRRC members

Wednesday, August 8, 2012 (Packet Pick-up Registration) & Thursday, August 9, 2012 (Race Day Registration)
$20.00 per person (No Discounts)
Participant Information

Age Group Awards: 10 and under, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, Masters (Top male/female masters), 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over

Gift card along with a regular award will be given to the top (3) male and female overall and to the overall male & female Masters. Regular awards will be given to the top (3) in each age division.

Packet Pick-up and Packet Pick-up / Race Day Registration

Wednesday, August 8, 2012, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
SCHEELS (Located on the 2nd floor, north side of the building in the training room.)
3801 S. MacArthur Blvd.
Springfield, IL 62702

Thursday, August 9, 2012
3:00 PM – 4:45 PM (Sharp!!!)
Illinois State Fairgrounds Ethnic Village gazebo

NOTE: Race Day registration will end @ 4:45 PM… SHARP!

Timing and Results

Overall Male & Female winner will be determined by clock time (who crosses the line first). All age group awards will be determined by tag time.

This event will be scored by The Springfield Road Runner’s Club using the IPICO timing system. All runners must wear their timing tag to be scored. If your tag falls off during the race, your finish time may not be recorded. Race results will be available at: www.OnlineRaceResults.com

Note: You will be responsible for a $15.00 fee for lost timing tags.