Going The Distance for the Salvation Army
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Location
- 350 N Illinois Ave., Morton, IL
- Distance
- 5K Run
From the Organizer
This event is a charity community run with all proceeds going towards the Salvation Army. If you are unable to attend the run but would still like the help the cause, there is an option to just donate as well. Please also bring gently used shoes to the race! We will be collecting these shoes to send to the Salvation Army for local people in need. You can find the drop off containers by the main table near the start line.
This year, the run will take place on June 20th at 7:00am. Please show up by 6:50am to check in at the check in table at the Morton High School main entrance on Illinois. The start and finish lines are in front of the main Morton High School entrance on Illinois Ave as well. We ask that you park in the main Morton High School parking lot. After parking, walk along Jackson St and you will find the start line on your left. You can view a course map below with mile and kilometer markers as well as a view of where to park. Restrooms are available inside of Morton High School.
Course Map with Mile and Kilometer Splits
Below is a photo of available parking on race day near the start line. Lots are ranked from 3 stars to 1 star based on ease of parking. We encourage you to park in the Jackson Lot as displayed on the map and walk west on Jackson Street and take your first left on Illinois Avenue. The start line will be right ahead. If that parking is limited, the overflow lots in orange are the next advised location. Note that street parking on Illinois is not allowed on race day. Only volunteers may park on the north side of the start line. Finally, there is a parking lot south of the start line on Illinois. Be aware that this lot is not open to enter or exit while the race is ongoing. From wherever you park, please follow the pink lines displayed on the map below to walk from your car to the start line. Thanks for your cooperation!
For more information, check out our website at www.goingthedistance.co.
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
84°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Congerville 2nw, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Morton, IL
Population
16,503
as of 2023
Elevation
714 ft
Nearest Airport
PIA
General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 120 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.
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Days to train
- Race
- Going The Distance for the Salvation Army
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Location
- 350 N Illinois Ave., Morton, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Going The Distance for the Salvation Army?
- Going The Distance for the Salvation Army is a running race held in Morton, 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 Going The Distance for the Salvation Army?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Morton, Illinois at 350 N Illinois Ave., Morton, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Going The Distance for the Salvation Army?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Going The Distance for the Salvation Army
Jun 20, 2026