Empower Through Health 5K
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Location
- 709 S Matthews Ave, Urbana, IL
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
All proceeds of the 5K will be donated to the Empower Through Health Global Organization to help the Buyende District in Uganda.
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
75°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Champaign 3s, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Urbana, IL
Population
38,447
as of 2023
Elevation
737 ft
Nearest Airport
CMI
University of Illinois Willard Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 104 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Empower Through Health 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
110
Days to train
- Race
- Empower Through Health 5K
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Location
- 709 S Matthews Ave, Urbana, IL
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Empower Through Health 5K?
- Empower Through Health 5K is a running race held in Urbana, Illinois on September 26, 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 Empower Through Health 5K?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Urbana, Illinois at 709 S Matthews Ave, Urbana, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Empower Through Health 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Empower Through Health 5K
Sep 26, 2026