
ST. JOHN'S SCHOOL 5k is a running race on September 5, 2026 in West Frankfort, IL, with an entry fee of $30.
From the Organizer
Aquatic Center, West Frankfort Community Park
*Friday, 4-6 PM
*Saturday 7-7:45 AM
*3 Events: 5k Run, 5k Walk, 1-Mile Fun Walk
*Overall awards to Top 2 males and females in 5K events
*Awards to Top 2 Males and Females in these 5K age divisions: 13 & Under, 14‐19, 20‐29, 30‐39, 40‐49, 50‐59, 60‐69, 70 & Over
*T-Shirt guaranteed to all paid entrants registered by August 14
Timing by So iLL Racing
All proceeds benefit St. John's School
Race starts and ends at Frankfort Community Park, 1100 E.
Cleveland, West Frankfort.
From I‐57, take Exit 65, and turn east on IL‐149/Main St. Watch for sign on East Main Street.
Weather
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
84°
Typical Low
62°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Benton 2 N, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
MWA
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois · 11 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 99 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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ST. JOHN'S SCHOOL 5k
Sep 5, 2026