From the Organizer
Apple Festival 5K Walk/Run
Saturday, September 5th
Start time 8:00 am @ 11th and Walnut Street
Finish line: Chestnut and 11th Street
NOTE: DATE IS NOT THE SAME DAY OF THE APPLE FESTIVAL PARADE
REGISTRATION
Pre-registration: $22.00 -- Pre-registration before or on August 21st will be guaranteed a T-shirt.
Race day registration: $25.00 -- 7 am - 7:45 am -- No T-shirt guarantee for same-day registration or those who register after August 21st.
RACE DAY-- Saturday, September 5. **NOTE: DATE IS NOT THE SAME DAY OF THE APPLE FESTIVAL PARADE ****
*Pre-registration race packets and day of registration will be available from 7 -7:45 am at the corner of 11th and Chestnut
* Awards are presented immediately after the results are tabulated at the finish line.
* Awards to overall male and female finishers
* Event assistants will be located around the course
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
84°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Carbondale Southern Il Ap, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Murphysboro, IL
Population
6,804
as of 2023
City Elevation
412 ft
Nearest Airport
MWA
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois · 17 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 88 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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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Appletime 5k?
- Appletime 5k is a running race held in Murphysboro, Illinois on September 5, 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 Appletime 5k?
- Saturday, September 5, 2026 in Murphysboro, Illinois at 1101 Walnut St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Appletime 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Appletime 5k
Sep 5, 2026