Glen Carbon Covered Bridge 5K
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Join us for the Annual Glen Carbon Covered Bridge 5K held on June 20th, 2026, at 8:00 am.
Runners will run down the MCT Ronald J Foster Heritage Trail for a flat, fast, out-and-back route. The event features a 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk (non-timed).
Finisher's medals for all kids in 1 Mile Fun Run!
Plan to return to the Glen Carbon Homecoming in the evening, to ride rides, eat, play games, and browse the vendor tents!
Event details and schedule
Early Packet Pickup:
June 19th - Packet pickup at Runwell 6120 Shoger Dr Suite D, Edwardsville, IL 62025
June 20th Event Schedule:
6:30 am-8:00 am - Race Day registration and Bib & Shirt pickup
8:00am - 5K run starts
9:00 am - 1 Mile run starts
9:30 am - Awards ceremony on stage in front of the Covered Bridge.
Awards: Top 3 Male/Female Overall and Top 3 Male/Female in each age category - 9 &under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+
Live race day results provided by Final Lap Racing.
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
85°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Alton - Melvin Price L&D, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Glen Carbon, IL
Population
13,521
as of 2023
Elevation
529 ft
Nearest Airport
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 22 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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Days to train
- Race
- Glen Carbon Covered Bridge 5K
- Date
- June 20, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Glen Carbon Covered Bridge 5K?
- Glen Carbon Covered Bridge 5K is a running race held in Glen Carbon, Illinois on June 20, 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 Glen Carbon Covered Bridge 5K?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Glen Carbon, Illinois at Covered Bridge, Main Street, Glen Carbon, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Glen Carbon Covered Bridge 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Glen Carbon Covered Bridge 5K
Jun 20, 2026