Race to Recycle
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 5 K Timed · Fun walk around the park (not timed) · Virtual 5 K (not timed)
From the Organizer
Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful invites you to join our 1st annual 5 k to raise funds vital to continue to enrich our community with recycling on various levels. We offer three collection facilities and have several programs that include medication collection, clothing drive and shred it day.
The 2026 Run & Walk event is Saturday, September 19th and includes both a timed 5 K and a fun walk around the park. We will of course have some music to motivate your body for this run, and fabulous giveaways including an event shirt! Onsite registration is not available this year. Please register early!! No refunds as all the money goes to the many programs that Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful has! Ages 1-14 are free! Make this a fun family event!
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
70°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Beloit, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About South Beloit, IL
Population
7,930
as of 2023
Elevation
739 ft
Nearest Airport
RFD
Chicago Rockford International Airport · 20 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 66 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Race to Recycle, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Race to Recycle?
- Race to Recycle is a running race held in South Beloit, Illinois on September 19, 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 Race to Recycle?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in South Beloit, Illinois at 436 Olive Street, South Beloit, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Race to Recycle?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Race to Recycle
Sep 19, 2026