Run Mahomet logo
RunningRace day in 53 days

Run Mahomet

Date
July 31 – August 1, 2026
Distance
5K · 10K · Half Marathon & more
Register →

From the Organizer

Welcome to the 31st annual Run Mahomet!!

Run Mahomet is in its 31st year of bringing activity and support to the Mahomet community! Run Mahomet is proud to continue to be a main fundraiser to support Mahomet Area Youth Club (MAYC)*, a vital non-profit organization providing education, programming, and community to our children. If you're looking for a great race, why not let your registration fees also support a great cause?

Run Mahomet offers USATF Certified Courses for the 5k, 10k, and the ½ Marathon. Chip timing is provided by It’s Race Time, Inc. for in-person runners. The course is primarily flat and considered fast. Virtual options are available for all races. Virtual runners will not be included in official timed results, but times can be submitted for final rankings. Virtual runners may run anytime the week before the in-person race date. Finisher Medals and Shirts will be mailed to all virtual runners. Maps and information: https://mahometyouth.org/run-mahomet/ .

**Half-marathon participants must be 12 years of age or older. 

***Families with strollers may participate in the 5K. Please be aware of the varying speed of runners in the finish chute and allow racers to pass.

In-Person Runners - Awards

  • 5K - Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in each the following age groups: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over
  • 10K - Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in each the following age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over
  • Half Marathon - Top 3 M/F Overall and Top 3 M/F in each the following age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over
  • Prize money may be available depending on pre-race donations. TBD
  • Guaranteed Technical T-shirts for all runners registered by July 20th.
  • If you are an overall winner of a race, you will not be included in the age-bracket awards.

Virtual Runners - Submitting Your Result
Beginning August 5th you will be able to submit your time.  To submit your virtual time, click on the link below.  (Note: link will not work, and you cannot submit a result prior to Aug 5) By your name, click EDIT TIME.  You can submit results from Aug 3 - Aug 6.  Final results will be available at the same link Aug 7.  Note, virtual runners are not eligible for awards.
(Link to be added)

Pickup and Bib/Shirt/Final Instructions:

  • Drive-through packet pick up time is from 7am - 7pm in the circle drive at Middletown Prairie, 1301 Bulldog Dr, Mahomet, IL 61853. All local runners are encouraged to pick up their packet on Friday.
  • If you are traveling a distance you may pick up your packet on-site race day, Saturday, August 3rd from 5:30 to 6:45 am at Mahomet-Seymour High School, 302 W State St, Mahomet, IL 61853.
  • Mailing is an option for an additional fee of $5.00 at the time of sign up for virtual runners


*MAYC is a not-for-profit youth club that services members ages 6-18 and their families. For over 300+ youth each year, they work to improve attendance, grades, behavior, and school engagement. This youth club is vital to the youth of Mahomet and 100% of your additional donation goes to support MAYC and the kids. Any amount donated above your race fee is appreciated and will be put to great use. Thank you for your generosity!

Events

5KSat, Aug 1 · 7 AMRegister →
10KSat, Aug 1 · 7 AMRegister →
Half MarathonSat, Aug 1 · 7 AMRegister →
Main Street Mile (Friday)Fri, Jul 31 · 7 PMRegister →
5K - VirtualSat, Aug 1 · 7 AMRegister →
10K VirtualSat, Aug 1 · 7 AMRegister →
Half Marathon - VirtualSat, Aug 1 · 7 AMRegister →

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

83°

Typical Low

61°

Chance of Rain

31%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Champaign 9 Sw, 10 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:51 AMSunset 8:10 PMDaylight 14h 19m

Host City

About Mahomet, IL

Population

9,755

as of 2023

Elevation

689 ft

Nearest Airport

CMI

University of Illinois Willard Airport · 12 mi

Major Hub

MDW

Chicago Midway International Airport · 115 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 Run Mahomet, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

53

Days to train

Race
Run Mahomet
Date
July 31 – August 1, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

Read the Guide

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Run Mahomet?
Run Mahomet is a running race held in Mahomet, Illinois on July 31, 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 Run Mahomet?
Friday, July 31, 2026 in Mahomet, Illinois at Mahomet-Seymour High School, Mahomet, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Run Mahomet?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Run Mahomet

Jul 31, 2026

Register →