Feather Hills Double Barrel 5K/10K
- Date
- August 29, 2026
- Location
- 410 Thorn Lane, Makanda, IL
- Distance
- Feather Hills Double Barrel 10K · Feather Hills Double Barrel 5K · Feather Hills Double Barrel Challenge 10K+5K
From the Organizer
Double Barrel Race at Feather Hills Vineyard
Challenge yourself with our unique double race event! Runners can choose between a 5K or 10K, or compete in both races for the ultimate Double Barrel challenge.
Race Details
- Location: Feather Hills Vineyard & Winery
- Race Options: 5K and 10K
- Course: Scenic route through rolling country hills
- Double Barrel Challenge: Complete both races
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
88°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Anna 2 Nne, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Makanda, IL
Population
550
as of 2023
Elevation
442 ft
Nearest Airport
MWA
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois · 14 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 100 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?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Feather Hills Double Barrel 5K/10K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Feather Hills Double Barrel 5K/10K
- Date
- August 29, 2026
- Location
- 410 Thorn Lane, Makanda, IL
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Feather Hills Double Barrel 5K/10K?
- Feather Hills Double Barrel 5K/10K is a running race held in Makanda, Illinois on August 29, 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 Feather Hills Double Barrel 5K/10K?
- Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Makanda, Illinois at 410 Thorn Lane, Makanda, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Feather Hills Double Barrel 5K/10K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Feather Hills Double Barrel 5K/10K
Aug 29, 2026