Dawson Lake Dash
Dawson Lake Dash is a running race on August 2, 2026 in Le Roy, IL, with entry fees from $10 to $15.
- Date
- August 2, 2026 (10 days to go)
- Location
- 27374 E 900 North Rd, Le Roy, IL
- Price
- $10–$15
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Dawson Lake Dash is a 3.5 mile road race around the rolling hills of Dawson Lake in scenic Moraine View State Park in LeRoy, Illinois.
Runners, walkers, kids and pups are invited to participate.
New this year: All participants will receive a finisher's DOG-tag for each race
Race Info
8:00am Start: Kids Run, One Mile Walk and Puppy Prance
8:30am Start: 3.5 Mile Run
Race Fees
5K early bird pricing is only $15
On 7/21 the price increases to $20
The untimed Kids Run, One Mile Walk & Puppy Prance are $10
Bib Pickup
Bib and tank pickup is available at Fleet Feet Bloomington during regular store hours on Saturday 8/1
Race day registration and bib pick-up will be at Moraine View on Sunday from 7:00 - 8:30am
Swag
Technical Tanks are available for purchase during registration through 7/20
AFTER the Technical Tank deadline - limited extras will be available for $20 CASH PURCHASE on race day
Help Us Give Back
All race proceeds will be donated to the Humane Society of Central Illinois.
Volunteer
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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
85°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Normal 4ne, 15 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Le Roy, IL
Population
3,177
as of 2023
City Elevation
786 ft
Nearest Airport
BMI
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal · 12 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 112 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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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Le Roy than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Dawson Lake Dash
Aug 2, 2026