Centralia 5k Balloon Race is a running race on August 22, 2026 in Centralia, IL, with an entry fee of $25.
From the Organizer
🏃 Ready to run with the balloons⁉️
❕Register now❗️
We are hosting our first 5K and Kid Fun Run in Foundation Park after the hot air balloons have taken off! We welcome all runners and walkers! This is also a great way to get your cross country training in, while also supporting the band program! 🎶
📅 Saturday, August 22
📍 Foundation Park (Foundation Church)
Preregistration includes a T-Shirt! 🏃♀️(By Aug. 14)
Questions: Email centraliahsband@gmail.com
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
87°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Iuka 12 Sw, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
12,009
as of 2023
City Elevation
490 ft
Nearest Airport
BLV
Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport · 38 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 68 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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28
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Centralia 5k Balloon Race
Aug 22, 2026