Bulldog Challenge
Bulldog Challenge is a running race on August 8, 2026 in Effingham, IL, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- August 8, 2026 (16 days to go)
- Location
- 304 E Roadway Ave, Effingham, IL
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Bulldog Challenge - Run For Those Gone But Never Forgotten
5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, & 2 Mile Fun Walk
Saturday, August 8th, 2025 - 8:00 a.m. at St. Anthony High School
$30 - Early Registration for 5K, 10K, & 2mi Fun Walk by July 21st (Includes New T-Shirt)
$35 - Day of Race Registration (closes at 7:30 am) (T-Shirt Not Included)
$100 Prize to overall Male and Female winners
Registration form also available at www.stanthony.com | Race proceeds will be donated to the St. Anthony athletics
Packet Pick-Up Available Friday 3:00pm - 5:00pm & Saturday 6:00am – 7:30am
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
88°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Effingham 3sw, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Effingham, IL
Population
12,258
as of 2023
City Elevation
582 ft
Nearest Airport
DEC
Decatur Airport · 52 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 101 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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Bulldog Challenge
Aug 8, 2026