
From the Organizer
Join us on June 13th as Spirits Run returns to Ottawa for our second LaSalle County adventure — this time hosted at the legendary Berta’s Tap. Our statewide mission is to complete all 102 Illinois counties, and we’re thrilled to add another LaSalle stamp to the Spirits Run Adventure Book.
This is a relaxed, social 5K where runners and walkers explore a local route, visit a historic cemetery, and celebrate afterward with great people, great drinks, and great vibes.
Event Schedule
8:00 AM – Setup
9:00 AM – Participant check‑in
10:00 AM – Run begins
What’s Included
One cocktail at Berta’s Tap
One small bite to eat (always something tasty!)
Official Spirits Run T‑shirt
Woodie‑style wooden medal
LaSalle County Stamp #2 for your Adventure Book
A fun, friendly crowd and a great local atmosphere
Spirits Run events are all about community, exploration, and enjoying the morning with fun people. This is not a timed race — it’s a good‑vibes run with a celebratory finish.
We can’t wait to see you at Berta’s Tap for our second LaSalle County stop!
Events
Weather
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Saturday, 6/13
High
88°
Low
65°
Conditions
Slight chance showers and thunderstorms
Chance of Rain
37%
Wind
5 to 10 mph
Host City
Population
18,714
as of 2023
Elevation
486 ft
Nearest Airport
RFD
Chicago Rockford International Airport · 60 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 64 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Berta's Tap Spirits Run - Ottawa, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
5
Days to train
Coming Up
SRRL Kid's Running Clinic
13 miles away
Run the Plank 5k
Less than a mile away
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Less than a mile away
Folty 5k
15 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Berta's Tap Spirits Run - Ottawa
Jun 13, 2026