Run the Rails - Elburn, IL
Presented by Elburn Parks Commission
4-MILE RUN 7-MILE RUN 1-MILE FUN RUN
Run the Rails is a fun race experience benefiting the Elburn Parks Commission and other local charities on Saturday, August 20st, 2022.
We will host a 1-mile fun run/walk, a 4-mile run and a 7-mile run. All races start and finish at Prairie Park (3rd and North Street near the library), Elburn, IL.
Unique to our event is a 1 mile fun run, 4 mile run and 7 mile run. Courses cross the Union Pacific West rail line via the Anderson Road bridge, offering a stunning view of Elburn and the surrounding countryside.
IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE A TANK TOP AT PACKET PICKUP - YOU MUST REGISTER BY AUGUST 4 AND CHOOSE THE OPTION.
For 2022 we are proud to announce we are on the Fox River Trail Runners Circuit.
Registration fees
1 Mile Fun Run
Price changes in 2 months 23 hours-
1 Mile Fun Run - All kids ages 1-12 will receive a commorative whistle when they cross the finish line
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$5.00
Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sale
Nov 26 – Nov 29 -
$7.00
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering Nov 30 – Jul 16 -
$10.00Jul 17 – Aug 16
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ClosedAug 17 – Aug 17
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4 Mile
Price changes in 2 months 23 hours-
4 Mile Run
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$25.00
Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sale
Nov 26 – Nov 29 -
$30.00
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering Nov 30 – Jul 16 -
$35.00Jul 17 – Aug 16
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ClosedAug 17 – Aug 17
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7 Mile
Price changes in 2 months 23 hours-
7 Mile Run
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$30.00
Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sale
Nov 26 – Nov 29 -
$35.00
Early Bird Pricing
Now registering Nov 30 – Jul 16 -
$40.00Jul 17 – Aug 16
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ClosedAug 17 – Aug 17
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General Information
1-Mile Fun Run starts promptly at 7:15 am
7-Mile and 4-Mile race will begin promptly at 7:45 am
Race Timing
You can pick up your packet on race day. We will also have pre packet packet on Thursday August 19th at Pro Fusion 31 N 2nd St, Geneva, IL between 4pm-7pm and August 19th from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at Village of Elburn 301 E North St, Elburn, IL. Walk-in Registration Welcome at packet pickup.
Plenty of parking around the event. Please see map for more information on where to park and how to get to the starting line.
2022 Sponsors
Swag
This year's racer back and tank top. Must register by August 4th.
Course Maps
Event schedule
- August 17 11:59 PM CDT - Online Registration Closes
- August 18 4:00 PM CDT - Packet Pickup on 8/19 at Pro Fusion 31 N 2nd St, Geneva, IL between 4pm-7pm
- August 19 9:00 AM CDT - Packet Pickup on Friday 8/20 at at Village of Elburn 301 E North St, Elburn, IL from 9:00am- 3:00pm
- August 20 6:00 AM CDT - Race Day Registration 6:00-700am
- August 20 7:15 AM CDT - 1 Mile Fun Run
- August 20 7:45 AM CDT - 4 Mile
- August 20 7:45 AM CDT - 7 Mile
Contact information
- Event contact
- Run The Rails Race Crew
- Phone
- 8479125037