Fairbury Fair 5K and 2 Mile Walk
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 2 Mile Walk (Untimed) · Kids Fun Run
From the Organizer
There will not be paper registration on race day. Please complete your registration online prior to arriving on site.
All proceeds will benefit the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital!
The race will Start and Finish at the Fairbury Fairgrounds. Race starts promptly at 8AM
Same day registration begins at 6:45am and ends promptly at 7:30.
Free t-shirt for all who are registered on or before July 30th.
Award Presentation Immediately following the Kid’s Fun Run
Award categories: Overall Male, Overall Female, Men’s and Women’s Divisions: 0-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 and over.
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
82°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
24%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chenoa, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fairbury, IL
Population
3,683
as of 2023
Elevation
688 ft
Nearest Airport
BMI
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal · 28 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 82 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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75
Days to train
- Race
- Fairbury Fair 5K and 2 Mile Walk
- Date
- August 22, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Fairbury Fair 5K and 2 Mile Walk?
- Fairbury Fair 5K and 2 Mile Walk is a running race held in Fairbury, Illinois on August 22, 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 Fairbury Fair 5K and 2 Mile Walk?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Fairbury, Illinois at Fairbury Fair Grounds, Fairbury, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Fairbury Fair 5K and 2 Mile Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Fairbury Fair 5K and 2 Mile Walk
Aug 22, 2026