Chafin' at the Aid Station Ice Cream Run in partnership with Fitz's Sodas
- Date
- June 27, 2026
- Location
- 235 Giant City Rd, Makanda, IL
- Distance
- Chafin' Ice Cream Group Run
From the Organizer
Join Chafin' at the Aid Station Podcast to try the viral running pack ice cream trick at Giant City State Park Shelter #2! Enjoy a casual trail run/walk/ruck/crawl/anyway you want; with a group and then homemade ice cream and Fitz's Root Beer afterwards!
All are welcome, kids included!
**Multiple different distances/paces to be planned
Thank you to Fitz's for helping us with this event!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A 7-day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
89°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Anna 2 Nne, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Makanda, IL
Population
550
as of 2023
Elevation
442 ft
Nearest Airport
MWA
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois · 14 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 100 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Chafin' at the Aid Station Ice Cream Run in partnership with Fitz's Sodas?
- Chafin' at the Aid Station Ice Cream Run in partnership with Fitz's Sodas is a running race held in Makanda, Illinois on June 27, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Chafin' at the Aid Station Ice Cream Run in partnership with Fitz's Sodas?
- Saturday, June 27, 2026 in Makanda, Illinois at 235 Giant City Rd, Makanda, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Chafin' at the Aid Station Ice Cream Run in partnership with Fitz's Sodas?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Chafin' at the Aid Station Ice Cream Run in partnership with Fitz's Sodas
Jun 27, 2026