
5K Your Ways is a running race on October 3, 2026 in Robinson, IL, with entry fees from $15 to $25.
From the Organizer
5K Your Way is a 3.1 mile race.
The participant has an option of either running/walking the asphalt trail system or the dirt trail system. All participants will start at a common point and split off onto their chosen course then merge together again at the finish. On the asphalt course there is approximately 200 yards of gravel (part of it uphill) which could be difficult with strollers.
We are dog lovers, but please be respectful to participants that may not feel the same by leaving your pet friends at home during the race.
The dirt trail conditions can be affected by weather. In the case that the dirt trails cannot be used all participants will use the asphalt trails.
All proceeds for the race will go to the NOW [Nutrition on Weekends] program (all 4 Crawford County Programs). This program provides meals to at risk children when the school system is not available such as weekends and during the summer.
Prizes for Top Male and Female Dirt Trail Winners, and Top Male and Female Asphalt Trail Winners.
Medals for 1st place in each age group.
17 and under
18-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65 and over
Finisher Medal and T shirts for all the children in the Kids Fun Run
Race Schedule:
Friday October 2nd 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. - early packet pickup and late registration. Late registration fee will be $30 cash or check only Location : Crawford County Forest Preserve shelter 5886 E. 1050th Ave Robinson Il.62454.
Saturday October 3rd 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. - race day packet pickup and late registration. Late registration fee will be $30 cash or check only . Location: Crawford County Forest Preserve Cabin 5886 E. 1050th Ave. Robinson Il. 62454
7:45 a.m. - Pre-race meeting
8:00 a.m. - Kids fun run Race start
8:15 a.m. - 5K race start
10:00 a.m. - Race day awards and prize drawings
Also the race is paired with a couple of local events.
The Heath Harvest Festival located on the square in Robinson Il. features many street vendors with food and crafts for sale and a parade. Check the website for detailed information.
The Wabash Valley Wine and arts Festival located in Palestine Il. features a historic main street loaded with wine, food, and craft vendors. Check the website for detailed information.
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So hit the race and then check out the local flavor!
The cutoff date for a guaranteed t-shirt is September 14th.
Online registration will end Sep. 27th
Late registration will be available at early packet pickup on Oct. 2 or race day packet pickup Oct. 3
Events
Weather
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
74°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Robinson, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
7,005
as of 2023
City Elevation
526 ft
Nearest Airport
EVV
Evansville Regional Airport · 68 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 92 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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5K Your Ways
Oct 3, 2026