Heartland Bank and Trust Independence Day 5K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- Nichols Park, Jacksonville, IL
- Distance
- 5K · Fun Run (12 and Under)
From the Organizer
At Nichols Park in Jacksonville (off Vandalia St.), please use the NE entrance to the park.
Event Schedule
6:30 AM - Registration
7:30 AM - 5K run & walk
8:15 AM - Kids 1/2 Mile Fun Run (12 & Under)
Bib Pickup
Thursday, July 2 at The Springfield Running Center (2943 West White Oaks Drive) from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, July 3 at Heartland Bank & Trust in Jacksonville (1211 W. Morton) from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
6:30 a.m. on race day at Nichols Park
Awards
Awards (5k only) will be given to the top 2 male and female finishers overall and masters as well as the following age categories – 13 & under, 14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & over. All finishers in the fun run will receive an award.
T-Shirt - please register by June 24 in order to guarantee yourself a shirt and your desired size.
Timing and Results - provided by Final Lap Racing.
Delay/Cancellation Policy
We hope that mother nature smiles on our participants the day of our race. However, this race will be held regardless of inclement weather. If safety becomes a concern, the race directors have the right to delay or cancel the race. The costs associated with planning this event are non-refundable. Therefore, participant registration fees must, unfortunately, also be non-refundable. In the event of cancellation, we hope that you consider your registration fee to be a charitable contribution to Prairieland United Way. You will still receive your T-shirt and we will still draw attendance prizes. We apologize for any inconvenience this policy may cause.
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
86°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Jacksonville 2, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Jacksonville, IL
Population
17,490
as of 2023
Elevation
624 ft
Nearest Airport
SPI
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 67 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.
Race Location
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Days to train
- Race
- Heartland Bank and Trust Independence Day 5K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- Nichols Park, Jacksonville, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Heartland Bank and Trust Independence Day 5K?
- Heartland Bank and Trust Independence Day 5K is a running race held in Jacksonville, Illinois on July 4, 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 Heartland Bank and Trust Independence Day 5K?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Jacksonville, Illinois at Nichols Park, Jacksonville, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Heartland Bank and Trust Independence Day 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Heartland Bank and Trust Independence Day 5K
Jul 4, 2026