OPERATION JAKE 5K RUN AND WALK
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Location
- 1010 N 5th St, Herrin, IL
- Distance
- 5K RUN AND WALK
From the Organizer
A PAWSITIVE EVENT SUPPORTING A VERY WORTHY CAUSE! JOIN US IN SUPPORT OF DOWN THE LEASH SERVICE DOGS WITH OUR ANNUAL 5K FUN RUN AND WALK.
DOWN THE LEASH SERVICE DOGS IS A 501(C)3 VETERAN RAN NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT PROVIDES A SAFE SPACE ENVIRONMENT FOR OUR NATIONS HEROS TEACHING THEM BASIC AND ADVANCED DOG HANDLING SKILLS FOR THEIR OWN SERVICE DOGS.
RACE DAY IS ON SATURDAY OCTOBER 10, 2026. RUNNER CHECK-IN AND PACKET PICK UP WILL BEGIN AT 9AM. THE EVENT WILL BEGIN AT 10:30 AM WITH AN OPENING CEREMONY FEATURING A SHORT PRESENTATION. THE 5K RUN AND WALK WILL BEGIN AFTER, WITH AWARDS IMMEDIATELY TO FOLLOW. LIVE BAND AND OTHER FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES TO FOLLOW THE RACE.
THE RACE WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE HERRIN PARK LOCATED IN HERRIN, ILLINOIS
What is Down the Leash?
DOWN THE LEASH SERVICE DOGS IS MORE THAN JUST SERVICE DOG TRAINING. DOWN THE LEASH SERVICE DOGS ARE A FAMILY, A PLACE WHERE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES CAN FEEL AT HOME, SUPPORTED, AND WELCOMED WITH OPEN ARMS... NOT JUST FOR THE DURATION OF DOG TRAINING, BUT FOR LIFE. WE ARE... A 501(C) NON-PROFIT THAT HAS HELPED OVER 60 VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY IN THREE YEARS OF OPERATION. WE CURRENTLY TRAIN OUT OF THE MASONIC LODGE IN HERRIN ILLINOIS EVERY SUNDAY AFTERNOON. WE NEED... FUNDS RAISED WILL BE USED TO HELP US TO CONTINUE TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF OUR LOCAL VETERANS. THE COST TO TRAIN A SERVICE DOG CAN EXCEED $20,000 AND IS NOT COVERED UNDER VA BENEFITS. DOWN THE LEASH SERVICE DOGS COVERS ALL THE COSTS OF THE TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR EACH PARTICIPANT.
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
73°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Carbondale Sewage Plt, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Herrin, IL
Population
12,271
as of 2023
Elevation
430 ft
Nearest Airport
MWA
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois · 4 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 98 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Days to train
- Race
- OPERATION JAKE 5K RUN AND WALK
- Date
- October 10, 2026
- Location
- 1010 N 5th St, Herrin, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the OPERATION JAKE 5K RUN AND WALK?
- OPERATION JAKE 5K RUN AND WALK is a running race held in Herrin, Illinois on October 10, 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 OPERATION JAKE 5K RUN AND WALK?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Herrin, Illinois at 1010 N 5th St, Herrin, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the OPERATION JAKE 5K RUN AND WALK?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
OPERATION JAKE 5K RUN AND WALK
Oct 10, 2026