Little Miracles 5K
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Distance
- 3K · 5K · 3K Youth (Age 9 to 17) & more
From the Organizer
Every step counts in our fun run/walk that empowers every age and ability to make a difference, supporting the NICU's mission to deliver life-changing care to the tiniest patients at HSHS St. John's Children's Hospital.
Please come join us for this great fundraising event!
HAE's Pop-Up Truck will be at the race early for your caffeine boost. What's your favorite drink?
Click here if you are interested in donating to the NICU. You will also have an opportunity to donate when you sign up for the event.
ALERT: T-shirt cut off is Monday, June 1st. No guarantee of a shirt after that date.
Race Time:
Your overall finish time (chip start & finish) will be recorded and text messaged to your cell phone immediately after you finish. Results for everyone will be uploaded to RunSignUp.com after the race as well.
Awards:
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Finisher medal for all participants.
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Award Medals for Overall 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers for male and female in the 3K & 5K.
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Medallions to pin on your finisher medal will go to the top 3 male and female finishers in each age bracket.
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Brackets: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 and above.
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Awards to the top fundraising TEAM and top fundraising INDIVIDUAL.
BE A FUNDRAISING CHAMPION
Create your own personal fundraising page here! Fundraise as an individual or as a team! You'll be given the option when you sign up for the race to become a fundraising champion or join an existing fundraising team.
Join the fun and be a champion fundraiser! Click here: CHAMPION FUNDRAISER
* Awards to the top fundraising team and top fundraising individual.
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PRE-EVENT PACKET PICK-UP
Friday, June 19th, 10 am until 6 pm
Packet Pickup with be on the 1st floor at the Hollis Building, 3051 Hollis Drive, Springfield.
Be ready to go before you arrive at the run!
RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP
Race day pick up starts at 7:30am - Best to pickup at the HOLLIS Bldg. on 6/19 if you can.
VOLUNTEERS
- Packet pick-up -
SIGN UP here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EAEAB2FA6F5CE9-55661784-packet - Race Day -
SIGN UP here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EAEAB2FA6F5CE9-55942153-lm5k
THANK YOU SPONSORS!
- CEFCU
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CAPITOL MEDIA GROUP
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AMN HEALTHCARE
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FAMILY FIRST HOMECARE
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FIFTH THIRD WEALTH ADVISORS
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GODDARD SCHOOL
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HAE'S
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ILLINOIS REALTORS ASSOCIATION
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LITTLE LINCOLN'S TOY SHOP
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LUERS FAMILY SHOES
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MR. & MRS. STEPHEN L. PATTON
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ORTHOPEDIC CENTER OF ILLINOIS
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REDEFINE HC
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REPUBLIC SERVICES
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SIU MEDICINE OB
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SIU MEDICINE PEDIATRICS
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SCHEELS
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SPRINGFIELD PEPSI-COLA
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TEAM THOMAS
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
64°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Springfield #2, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Springfield, IL
Population
113,714
as of 2023
Elevation
590 ft
Nearest Airport
SPI
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport · 6 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 82 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?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Little Miracles 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
12
Days to train
- Race
- Little Miracles 5K
- Date
- June 20, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Little Miracles 5K?
- Little Miracles 5K is a running race held in Springfield, 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 Little Miracles 5K?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Springfield, Illinois at Washington Park Pavilion, Springfield, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Little Miracles 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Little Miracles 5K
Jun 20, 2026