Lake Land College 5k
- Date
- August 1, 2026
- Location
- Lake Land College, Mattoon, IL
- Distance
- Lake Land College 5k
From the Organizer
Lace up and hit the trails for the Lake Land College 5K, a unique cross-country race experience winding through the scenic grounds of Lake Land College in Mattoon, Illinois! Unlike your typical road race, this off-road 5K challenges runners/walkers with rolling hills, grassy fields, wooded paths, and the natural beauty of our campus—all while introducing the community to the newly-formed Lake Land College Cross Country Team.
Whether you're a seasoned trail runner or looking for your first taste of cross-country, this event offers a fun and welcoming atmosphere for all ages and fitness levels. Come explore the heart of campus, support our student-athletes, and enjoy a race that’s anything but ordinary.
Why Run the Lake Land College 5K?
Experience a genuine cross-country course—not pavement!
Celebrate year two of Lake Land’s cross country program
Enjoy the vibrant college atmosphere and beautiful campus scenery
Date: August 1st, 2026
Time: 8 am race start
Location: Lake Land College Campus – Mattoon, IL
Packet Pickup is located in the Field House (basketball arena) at Lake Land College from 6:30 am-7:30 am
Participants/Fans can park in Lot A or B
Join us and be a part of something new. Run the land. Blaze the trail.
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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
67°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mattoon, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mattoon, IL
Population
16,334
as of 2023
Elevation
728 ft
Nearest Airport
DEC
Decatur Airport · 36 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 112 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
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Lake Land College 5k?
- Lake Land College 5k is a running race held in Mattoon, Illinois on August 1, 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 Lake Land College 5k?
- Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Mattoon, Illinois at Lake Land College, Mattoon, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Lake Land College 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Lake Land College 5k
Aug 1, 2026