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Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8k

Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8k is a running race on October 31, 2026 in Galena, IL, with an entry fee of $75.

Date
October 31, 2026 (100 days to go)
Price
$75
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8k
Saturday, October 31, 2026 Join us Saturday, October 31st for our 9th annual Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8K! 

 

This is a fast, flat half marathon along the scenic Galena River Trail. An 8K race option is also offered.

 

ALL FINISHERS RECEIVE MEDALS & SHIRT IF REGISTERED BY SEPTEMBER 28th! 

                                                          

**Due to Galena Halloween festivities on that day, the course will close at 11:00 AM. Because of this no walkers are allowed for the half marathon and runners must finish before the course closes.

🔷 Packet Pickup will be Friday, Oct 30th from 4:00 pm -7:00 pm and Saturday morning 7:00 am -7:45 am below the Highway 20 bridge in the Train Depot parking area where the race is also held. Friends are allowed to pick up for another participant. 

🔷 Gear Check is available at the packet pickup table. Please have your gear bag labeled. 

🔷 Hydration/fuel stations with water, electrolyte beverage and GU will be at miles 2, 3.5, 9, 11, 12.

Age groups are as follows:
19 and under
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70-74 
75-79 
80-84 
85-89 
90 and up

🔹Course Route: this is an out and back course, utilizing first the south end of the trail and turning around at the 5.50 mile marker and return to the start, which would be the equivalent of 11 miles, runners will then proceed around the start and head north on the trail for a short out and back for the remaining mileage, back to finish line for your 13.10 miles!🎉
For the 8k distance, the course is also an out and back, and will begin the same as the half, with the turnaround marked at 2.50 miles and race back to the finish line!🎉

 

  

Events

Half Marathon$75
8K$75

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

53°

Typical Low

33°

Chance of Rain

29%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Galena, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:34 AMSunset 5:56 PMDaylight 10h 22m

Host City

About Galena, IL

Population

2,899

as of 2023

City Elevation

601 ft

Nearest Airport

DBQ

Dubuque Regional Airport · 15 mi

Major Hub

ORD

Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 132 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

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Race
Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8k
Date
October 31, 2026

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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.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8k?+
Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8k is a running race held in Galena, Illinois on October 31, 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 Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8k?+
Saturday, October 31, 2026 in Galena, Illinois at 91 Bouthillier. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8k?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Galena River Fall Half Marathon & 8k

Oct 31, 2026

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