KARES 5K: For the Long Run
- Date
- September 25–27, 2026
- Distance
- KARES 5K: For the Long Run
From the Organizer
The KARES Foundation with the support of our KDM5C community globally hits the pavement September 25 - 27 (or whatever day works for you!) for the 5th annual 5K "For the Long Run"! Run, walk, roll, hop, skip, dance, or bike with us from wherever you are in the world to raise awareness and funds for KDM5C.
Create a team event that works for your community! Whether you're gathering dozens of friends at a local park or taking an individual walk, we appreciate your participation.
Don't have time to join in? Make a donation or sponsor our race. There are many ways to participate!
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
77°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Congerville 2nw, 15 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Metamora, IL
Elevation
780 ft
Nearest Airport
PIA
General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 111 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at KARES 5K: For the Long Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
109
Days to train
- Race
- KARES 5K: For the Long Run
- Date
- September 25–27, 2026
Coming Up
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Central Illinois Summer Trail Series #2
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12 miles away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the KARES 5K: For the Long Run?
- KARES 5K: For the Long Run is a running race held in Metamora, Illinois on September 25, 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 KARES 5K: For the Long Run?
- Friday, September 25, 2026 in Metamora, Illinois at Participate from anywhere!, Metamora, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the KARES 5K: For the Long Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
KARES 5K: For the Long Run
Sep 25, 2026