Clinton Celebrates America's 250th 5k
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 310 N Quincy st, Clinton, IL
- Distance
- 5K Run
From the Organizer
Lace up your sneakers and get ready to celebrate Independence Day with a bang at our festive fourth of July 5k. Whether you are running for a personal best or just out for a stroll in your red, white and blue, this patriotic run is all about fun, community, and summer vibes.
Unofficial bonus points for wearing your best red, white and blue attire!!!
Entry fee of $35 covers race entry and commemorative 250th t-shirt. T-shirt only guaranteed to those registered by Jun 6th!
Start Time: Saturday, July 4th, 2026 at 8 am
Where: Starting line will be on North Center Street right outside the Vespasian Warner Library.
Finish will bring you right back to our historic downtown square for post race snacks and prime seating for our parade at 10 am!
Final course route TBD and will be shared prior to race day. Be sure to follow us on Facebook for any updates
Day of packet pickup/Race sign up will be from 7-8 am at the starting line/Library area. Day of race registration will be limited and does not guarantee a T Shirt, so be sure to register early!
Evening before packet pickup Friday, 7/3/2026 will be at the info booth on the square from 5-7pm (come for your packet stay for the musical entertainment!)
Not a runner or have a question? We would love for you to volunteer for race day logistics (finish line, road closures, water station, etc) If you are interested or have a question, please email us at clintoncelebratesamerica250@gmail.com.
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
86°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lincoln, 20 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Clinton, IL
Population
7,012
as of 2023
Elevation
720 ft
Nearest Airport
DEC
Decatur Airport · 22 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 122 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
What Are You
Waiting For?
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26
Days to train
- Race
- Clinton Celebrates America's 250th 5k
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 310 N Quincy st, Clinton, IL
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Clinton Celebrates America's 250th 5k?
- Clinton Celebrates America's 250th 5k is a running race held in Clinton, Illinois on July 4, 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 Clinton Celebrates America's 250th 5k?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Clinton, Illinois at 310 N Quincy st, Clinton, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Clinton Celebrates America's 250th 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Clinton Celebrates America's 250th 5k
Jul 4, 2026