Du Quoin Holiday Hustle 5K Run/Walk is a running race on November 24, 2026 in Du Quoin, IL, with an entry fee of $30.
Join the Du Quoin Run Club under the beautiful Holiday Lights for an evening run/walk at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds. As we will soon gather to give thanks and begin the giving season, let’s start with a run, jog, walk, or stroll for a cause. All proceeds to benefit This Able Veteran and Operation 17:2. Awards will be given to the top three overall finishers and age group winners in the competitive 5K run and 5K walk.
Register by midnight November 1st for guaranteed t-shirt.
Children 4 and under free. No t-shirt included.
Children 5-12 years old half price for fun run only. T-shirt included.
THIS EVENT IS NOT IN AFFILIATION WITH HOLIDAY LIGHTS OR DU QUOIN TOURISM
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
51°
Typical Low
33°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Du Quoin 4 Se, 3 mi from the venue.
Nearest Airport
MWA
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois · 22 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 80 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Du Quoin Holiday Hustle 5K Run/Walk
Nov 24, 2026