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Old Settlers 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk or Run

Date
August 29, 2026
Distance
1 Mile · 5K
Price
$30–$35
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From the Organizer

Start Point: Lacon Marina (2-199 Marina Dr., Lacon, IL 61540)

Start time: 8:00am

Date: August 29, 2026

Age Groups:  (Male/Female) 13 & Under, 14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 & over

Awards @ 9:00am sharp.  Toddler Trot to Follow!

Events

1 Mile Run$30
5k Run$35

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

61°

Chance of Rain

28%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Lacon.

Sunrise 6:22 AMSunset 7:37 PMDaylight 13h 15m

Host City

About Lacon, IL

City Elevation

537 ft

Nearest Airport

PIA

General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport · 29 mi

Major Hub

MDW

Chicago Midway International Airport · 100 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 Old Settlers 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk or Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

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Days to train

Race
Old Settlers 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk or Run
Date
August 29, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Old Settlers 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk or Run?
Old Settlers 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk or Run is a running race held in Lacon, Illinois on August 29, 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 Old Settlers 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk or Run?
Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Lacon, Illinois at 2-119 Marina Dr.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Old Settlers 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk or Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Old Settlers 5k Run & 1 Mile Walk or Run

Aug 29, 2026

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