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Big Horse Vineyards 5K

Date
August 30, 2026
Distance
5K - Competitive Heat (Individuals) · 5K - Competitive Heat (Teams) · 5K - Fun Run (Individuals and Teams) & more
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From the Organizer

The Big Horse 5k hosted by Gut Check Fitness is part trail and mud run with a healthy dose of Mother Nature’s obstacles mixed in for fun. You’ll also find some hills, hollers, streams, ponds and lots of HIGH-FIVES. Everyone can do it as long as you have the drive and determination to keep going, not quit and in the words of Joe Dirt, “keep on keepin’ on.“ Be sure to grab your family, friends, coworkers and come join us for one of the most enjoyable events in Central Illinois on the amazing Big Horse Vineyards.

Registration includes: 

  • Finisher's Medal
  • FREE Wine Tasting
  • FREE Parking
  • New friends and good times
  • What more can you ask for?! 

Events

5K - Competitive Heat (Individuals)9 AMRegister →
5K - Competitive Heat (Teams)9 AMRegister →
5K - Fun Run (Individuals and Teams)9 AMRegister →
Beer Mile (Individual)10:30 AMRegister →
Beer Mile (Team Relay)10:30 AMRegister →

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

85°

Typical Low

60°

Chance of Rain

23%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Havana, 7 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:27 AMSunset 7:38 PMDaylight 13h 11m

Host City

About Lewistown, IL

Elevation

584 ft

Nearest Airport

PIA

General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport · 31 mi

Major Hub

STL

St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 113 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Big Horse Vineyards 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

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Days to train

Race
Big Horse Vineyards 5K
Date
August 30, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

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.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

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)

What is the Big Horse Vineyards 5K?
Big Horse Vineyards 5K is a running race held in Lewistown, Illinois on August 30, 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 Big Horse Vineyards 5K?
Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Lewistown, Illinois at Big Horse Vineyards, Lewistown, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Big Horse Vineyards 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Big Horse Vineyards 5K

Aug 30, 2026

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