Da Deer Run Run
- Date
- December 5, 2026
- Distance
- Deer Run 8K Run · Deer Run 4K Run · 3 Hours plus the 8K
From the Organizer
- This will be the fifth year of conducting the race at Timber Pointe Nature Center. The course will consist of two loops, the course will loop the through Timber Pointe running some of the sections of the Run the Wood Race in October, with some twists and turns.
- Race starts at 11:00 AM. Partial proceeds of this event will benefit Timber Pointe Nature Center. Post race food and beverage will be hosted inside Stern lodge which is near the start/finish line. Sweatshirts for those who pre-register before the cutoff dates.
- 8K 50/50 mix of paved trail, double track wide, and short single track sections.
- 4K One lap of the 8K course, suitable for first time trail runners or youth cross country runners.
- 3 Hours + 8K. Course will be open at 8:00, run as many laps prior to the 11 AM start. Male, Female overall winners will be declared by the most laps and fastest 8K time.
- Our Deer Run 8k, is the season finale of the Lake Run Club Races and is our membership appreciation race. Those who register for this event, will receive a Lake Run Club membership, or have their membership renewed through the following year!
- 8K and 3 HOUR registrations will include a Deer Run Sweatshirt. Sweatshirt cutoff date is 11/24/2025. We will have a very limited number of extra Sweatshirts printed.
- This is a cross country style event, however most of the course is one wide double track, with some gravel road sections. Wildlife such as deer, wild turkey and also possible bald eagles can be seen during the race. This is a trail run and we plan to run this event regardless of weather conditions, including snow, rain, mud.
- Race is chip timed by itsracetime.com and results are posted the day of the event.
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
42°
Typical Low
24°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Normal 4ne, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Hudson, IL
Nearest Airport
BMI
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal · 10 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 103 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Da Deer Run Run?
- Da Deer Run Run is a running race held in Hudson, Illinois on December 5, 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 Da Deer Run Run?
- Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Hudson, Illinois at 20 Timber Pointe Lane, Hudson, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Da Deer Run Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Da Deer Run Run
Dec 5, 2026