
From the Organizer
The 2026 Cheese Days Chase will take place on Saturday, September 19th.
The Kid's Race sponsored by SSM Health will begin at 8:30am and the 5k/10k/2-Mile Fun Walk, sponsored by Klondike Cheese Company will begin at 9:00am on Court House Square in downtown Monroe.
All participants will receive a beverage and cheese sandwich following the race in the Suisse Haus lot.
All participants in the kids race will receive a medal, cheese sandwich and beverage following the race.
Age Group Awards (for 5k/10k only):
Male/Female 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over
Online registration only. No mail-in registration.
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
72°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Monroe Wwtp, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
10,568
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,051 ft
Nearest Airport
RFD
Chicago Rockford International Airport · 39 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 92 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Coming Up
Bulldog Bolt 5K / 1 Mile Pet Walk
19 miles away
Tutty Baker Fest 5K
21 miles away
Healthy Heart Hustle 5K
21 miles away
Holly's Heart and Sole Family Fun Run
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Cheese Days Chase 2026
Sep 19, 2026