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Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 2- McCook 6.6K

Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 2- McCook 6.6K is a running race on August 30, 2026 in Lyons, IL, with an entry fee of $50.

Date
August 30, 2026 (38 days to go)
Price
$50
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Welcome to Stop 2: McCook 6.6K, part of the Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 Series — 18 community‑powered runs traveling the Illinois stretch of the historic Mother Road. Every mile supports ALS awareness and honors Enric’s courageous solo run down Route 66.

As a Sidekick, you’re not just running — you’re standing with ALS warriors, families, and Enric’s mission. Each stop highlights a new town, a new charm, and the same shared purpose.

⭐ Series Rewards
Every participant receives one official series medal. Each time you complete a stop, you’ll earn a new Route 66 charm to add to your medal — building your collection one town at a time. Your series. Your pace. All for one cause.

⭐ Shirts
Event shirts are optional and can be purchased during registration.

⭐ What You Get
Custom Stop 2: McCook 6.6K bib
McCook Route 66 charm for your medal
Post‑run celebration with the Spirits Run community
Support for ALS awareness and Enric’s Route 66 mission
⭐ Mission
This series raises funds and awareness for ALS, honoring those living with the disease and supporting Enric as he runs the entire Route 66 corridor to shine a light on the ALS community. Every registration fuels the mission.

 

Events

Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 2- McCook 6.6K$50

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

81°

Typical Low

64°

Chance of Rain

30%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Midway Ap, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:15 AMSunset 7:27 PMDaylight 13h 13m

Host City

About Lyons, IL

Population

6,294

as of 2023

Nearest Airport

MDW

Chicago Midway International Airport · 4 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 Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 2- McCook 6.6K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

38

Days to train

Race
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 2- McCook 6.6K
Date
August 30, 2026

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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.

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Running

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

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Lyons than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 2- McCook 6.6K?+
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 2- McCook 6.6K is a running race held in Lyons, Illinois on August 30, 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 Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 2- McCook 6.6K?+
Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Lyons, Illinois at 848 S Harlem Ave. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 2- McCook 6.6K?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 2- McCook 6.6K

Aug 30, 2026

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