Christie Clinic Race Weekend @ University of Illinois Gies Memorial Stadium, 1402 South 1st Street, Champaign, Illinois, United States on 23 April 2026

Champaign-Urbana and Savoy, Illinois | April 23-25, 2026 | marathon, half marathon, 10K, 5K, mile, youth run, multi-event challenges

The Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend will take to the streets of Champaign, Urbana, and Savoy, IL from April 23-25, 2026. The events offer a beautiful, scenic tour of the University of Illinois campus, downtown streets, tree-lined residential neighborhoods, and an awesome paved park trail. Thousands of friendly, fun fans and volunteers from the community line the course to cheer on and support participants! Participants also will experience the unique and thrilling finish line located at the 50-yard line of the University of Illinois’ historic Memorial Stadium.

New features at this year’s Race Weekend include two multi-race i-Challenge events for runners looking to expand their Race Weekend experience. The Micro i-Challenge will combine the Michael Hogue Team Mile and the 5K, and the Nano i-Challenge will connect the Michael Hogue Team Mile and the Busey Illinois Youth Run. Both challenges feature the shortest distances offered during the weekend, allowing both beginners and sprinters of all ages to double up their participation, swag, and medals.

Packet Pickup
Health and Fitness Expo – Activities and Recreation Center (ARC), 201 E. Peabody, Champaign, IL
Thursday, April 23, 4 – 8 p.m.
Friday, April 24, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Race Times
Thursday, April 23, 2026
7:30 p.m. – Michael Hogue Team Mile start time

Friday, April 24, 2026
7:30 p.m. – 5K start time
6 – 10 p.m. – 4th Mile Street Fest

Saturday, April 25, 2026
7:31 a.m. – Wheelchair half marathon start time
7:33 a.m. – Marathon and half marathon start time
8 a.m. – 10K start time
8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. – 27th-Mile Celebrate Victory Bash
3 p.m. – Youth Run start time

Participant Perks
Unique race shirt for each event
Drawstring backpack
commemorative heatsheet
Course entertainment
Fleece blanket to marathon finishers
Unique finisher medal for each event
Delicious post-race food

Post-Race Celebrations
After the 5K on Friday night and after the races on Saturday, participants can enjoy the 4th-Mile and 27th-Mile Celebrate Victory Bash, respectively, located just outside Memorial Stadium on Kirby Ave. The Street Fests are the perfect place to kick back and relish in your accomplishment. There will be live music and food trucks at the Street Fests. Food is for sale at the Street Fest. Race entry includes one ticket for a beer, wine, or cider (for entrants 21 and older). Non-alcoholic beverages, including Busch NA, will also be available.

Prices:
5K Registration: USD 55.00,
10K Registration: USD 65.00,
Half Marathon Registration: USD 135.00,
Marathon Registration: USD 175.00

Category: Sports / Leisure | Running

Date and Time: Thursday April 23, 2026 at 4:00 pm to Saturday April 25, 2026 at 4:00 pm

Venue details: University of Illinois Gies Memorial Stadium, 1402 South 1st Street, Champaign, Illinois, 61820, United States