DeKalb Corn Classic
DeKalb Corn Classic is a running race on September 27, 2026 in DeKalb, IL, with entry fees from $30 to $40.
- Date
- September 27, 2026 (66 days to go)
- Location
- DeKalb, IL
- Price
- $30–$40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
DeKalb Corn Classic 10K & 5K
We are looking forward to September 27, 2026!
Beginning and ending in Downtown DeKalb, the route will take runners through historical neighborhoods, along the Kishwaukee River via Prairie Park, through NIU's campus and Huskie Stadium and ending in Van Buer Plaza with a Post Race Celebration! On Course Entertainment includes the Huskie Marching Band, NIU Jazz Band, and Steelband!
Our roots run strong and we look forward to gathering for the 46th DeKalb Corn Classic!
Running Forward Together – Always.
#DeKalbCornClassic #RunForwardTogether
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
71°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from De Kalb, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About DeKalb, IL
Population
40,464
as of 2023
City Elevation
881 ft
Nearest Airport
RFD
Chicago Rockford International Airport · 27 mi
Major Hub
ORD
Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 44 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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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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Coming Up
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to DeKalb 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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DeKalb Corn Classic
Sep 27, 2026