Route 66 Mother Road 5K Foot Race
- Date
- September 27, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 1 Mile Fun Run · Virtual 5K & more
From the Organizer
Get Your Engines (and Legs) Revved Up!
Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of historic Route 66 by hitting the pavement at the 5th Annual Route 66 Mother Road 5K Foot Race on Sunday, September 27, 2026 in downtown Springfield. Packet pickup and start line is on the northeast corner of Old State Capitol Plaza.
This isn’t just a race—it’s an experience. You’ll run the streets alongside the iconic classic cars of the International Route 66 Mother Road Festival, soaking in the sights, sounds, and nostalgia of America’s most famous highway.
All participants earn cool Route 66–themed swag, including a finisher medal, event T-shirt, and more.
- Packet Pickup: Race morning, 6:30–7:20 AM
- Start Time: 7:30 AM
- 5K Course: 3 loops
- 1-Mile Course: 1 loop
We’re proud to partner with the producers of the International Route 66 Mother Road Festival (September 25–27) to bring this signature race to the heart of the celebration.
Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers, along with top finishers in five-year age brackets.
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
74°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
26%
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
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Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Route 66 Mother Road 5K Foot Race
- Date
- September 27, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Route 66 Mother Road 5K Foot Race?
- Route 66 Mother Road 5K Foot Race is a running race held in Springfield, Illinois on September 27, 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 Route 66 Mother Road 5K Foot Race?
- Sunday, September 27, 2026 in Springfield, Illinois at 1 North Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Route 66 Mother Road 5K Foot Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Route 66 Mother Road 5K Foot Race
Sep 27, 2026