John Bliven Memorial Walk/Run
- Date
- June 27, 2026
- Location
- The Old Dairy, Macomb, IL
- Distance
- 5k · 2 Mile
From the Organizer
The Samaritan Well, Inc. is hosting the 25th Memorial John Bliven Walk/Run on Saturday June 27, 2026, during Heritage Days. John Bliven served in the McDonough County Sheriff's Office for 50 years, 8 terms as sheriff. At the time of his death in 1999, he was Illinois' longest serving sheriff. The Samaritan Well, Inc. was incorporated in 1998 as a transitional housing program for women and women with children experiencing homelessness. In 2008, the agency acquired the use of an additional property. With the additional property, the agency was able to expand its services to include men and men with children experiencing homelessness. Today, the agency is continuing to operate the two shelters, one is located at 212 West Jackson Street (First Christian Church) and the other is located at 1306 Maple Avenue (Maple Avenue Christian Church), with program services being used for families and individuals experiencing homelessness.
Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. at the Old Dairy, 210 South Lafayette Street, Macomb, IL 61455. The 2-mile and 5K run/walk will begin at 7:45 a.m. Pre-registration is $30 for adults and $20 for children 12 and under. On-site registration is $35 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under. Awards will be given to top male and female finishers for both runs. All registered children (12 and under) receive a free ice cream coupon for the Old Dairy to be used the day of the event. Walkers are welcome.
Registration forms may be obtained at the Macomb Area Convention & Visitors Bureau and online at https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceld=111194&eventId=1146804. For updates about the event, visit the Samaritan Well, Inc.’s Facebook page. You can also contact the Samaritan Well, Inc. office at (309) 837-3357 between 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with questions. The proceeds from the event will benefit the Samaritan Well, Inc. transitional housing shelters.
7:00 a.m. – Registration/Packet Pickup
7:45 a.m. – 2 Mile Run/Walk & 5K
Awards for top male & female finisher for both runs.
Immediately following race – Awards (outside The Old Dairy)
All age groups welcome
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T-shirts guaranteed to those who register by Wednesday, June 18, 2026
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Fruit, snacks, & water for all run participants.
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Proceeds benefit The Samaritan Well, Inc.
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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
64°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Prairie City 2s, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Macomb, IL
Population
15,006
as of 2023
Elevation
685 ft
Nearest Airport
BRL
Southeast Iowa Regional Airport · 32 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 119 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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- What is the John Bliven Memorial Walk/Run?
- John Bliven Memorial Walk/Run is a running race held in Macomb, Illinois on June 27, 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 John Bliven Memorial Walk/Run?
- Saturday, June 27, 2026 in Macomb, Illinois at The Old Dairy, Macomb, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the John Bliven Memorial Walk/Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
John Bliven Memorial Walk/Run
Jun 27, 2026