4 Miles on the 4th
4 Miles on the 4th is a running race on July 4, 2027 in Canton, IL, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- July 4, 2027 (346 days to go)
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for a family friendly, challenging course through the beautiful Lakeland Park in Canton, Illinois. Dress in your favorite holiday attire and get in your exercise before enjoying your holiday event! This is our "anniversary" year and we are planning for an exciting event! Bigger and better medals for the top 2 males and females in each age category for the 4 mile run. We will also give out medals for the top 2 finishers in the 1 mile (male or female).
Register by June 13 to guarantee a race shirt!
Race packet pickup will be on race day starting at 7:15am. Race fee will be increased by $10 the day of the event (cash or check only accepted on race day).
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 race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
89°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Havana, 18 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Canton, IL
Population
13,408
as of 2023
City Elevation
657 ft
Nearest Airport
PIA
General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport · 19 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 127 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Coming Up
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
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4 Miles on the 4th
Jul 4, 2027