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Still Standing

Still Standing is a running race on September 19, 2026 in Elgin, IL, with entry fees from $15 to $35.

Date
September 19, 2026 (58 days to go)
Price
$15–$35
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

ELGIN UNITED

A 5K for Mental Health Awareness & Community Connection

It is a 5k event that will help build new connections by bringing together people from different backgrounds and promoting a sense of unity
and support. Our faith-based mental health awareness 5K will have a positive impact on the quality of life of Elgin's residents by raising
awareness, encouraging physical activity, building connections, supporting businesses, and providing resources and education.

Events

1 Mile Fun - Kids Walk$15
1-Mile Fun Walk$25
5K - Kids Run$25
Still Standing 5k$35

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

75°

Typical Low

52°

Chance of Rain

31%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Elgin, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:37 AMSunset 6:55 PMDaylight 12h 18m

Host City

About Elgin, IL

Population

114,106

as of 2023

City Elevation

821 ft

Nearest Airport

ORD

Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 21 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

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Still Standing, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

58

Days to train

Race
Still Standing
Date
September 19, 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.

Read the Guide

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 Elgin 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 Still Standing?+
Still Standing is a running race held in Elgin, 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 Still Standing?+
Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Elgin, Illinois at 270 N. Grove Ave. Elgin, IL 60120. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Still Standing?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Still Standing

Sep 19, 2026

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