Byron Rocks 5k & 10k - Run it. Walk it. Ruck it.

Sat, May 2, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT

Location: Byron, IL; PO Box 405, 232 W 2nd St, 61010
Type: RUCK

At a glance

Run, walk, or ruck the Byron Rocks 5K or 10K. A welcoming community race for all abilities, celebrating movement and hometown spirit.

Fun
Competitive
Quirky

Great for

Beginner Friendly
Family Friendly

Great for: beginners, families

The Byron Rocks 5K & 10K invites all abilities to join a family-friendly community event in Byron, IL. Whether you aim for a personal best, enjoy a walk with friends, or seek an extra challenge by rucking with weight, this race celebrates movement, community, and local pride. Participants can choose between run/walk or ruck divisions for both distances, with all timed and eligible for awards across various age groups. It's a welcoming experience for everyone.

What to expect

* A welcoming community atmosphere for runners, walkers, and ruckers of all abilities.
* Timed 5K and 10K distances with separate divisions for run/walk and rucking.
* Awards for overall male and female winners, plus age categories for both run/walk and ruck divisions.

Standout details

Unique ruck divisions (5K & 10K)
Awards for overall and age group winners
Timed event for all participants
Guaranteed t-shirt with early registration

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

4 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

3.1 Miles
Sat, May 2, 8:00 AM CDT · From $43.40
Opens Jan 4, 2026, 7:00 AM CST · Closes May 2, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT
3.1 Miles
Sat, May 2, 8:00 AM CDT · From $48.70
Opens Jan 4, 2026, 3:35 PM CST · Closes May 2, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT
6.2 Miles
Sat, May 2, 8:00 AM CDT · From $54.00
Opens Jan 4, 2026, 7:00 AM CST · Closes May 2, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT

+ 1 more option

6.2 Miles
Sat, May 2, 8:00 AM CDT · From $59.30
Opens Jan 4, 2026, 3:35 PM CST · Closes May 2, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

Rolling area

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

Rolling
Family-oriented

From the organizer

Byron Racks 5K & 10K is a family-friendly community race welcoming runners, walkers, and ruckers of all abilities. Whether you’re chasing a PR, enjoying a fun walk with friends, or carrying weight for an extra challenge, this event is about movement, community, and hometown pride.

Divisions: 5K Run/Walk • 10K Run/Walk • 5K Ruck • 10K Ruck

Course: Same course for run/walk and ruck divisions

Timing: All participants will be timed.

Important: Ruck participants must carry required weight for the full distance and post-check is not required—weight will be verified before the start.

Awards will be as follows: 5K & 10K - Overall male and female winners. 1st, 2nd, & 3rd for male and female age categories: 15 & under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60 & over. *Ruck awards will be separate with same layout as the runs.

Please contact the Byron Chamber of Commerce at office@byronchamber.com or (815) 234-5500 with any questions or comments. The event will be held Saturday May 02, 2026. Registration and check-in begin at 7:00 a.m. and run/walk start time is 8:00 a.m. Registration, check-in, start, and finish will be located in the Byron City Hall Parking Lot, 232 W 2nd Street, Byron, IL 61010.

*Must register by April 13th to guarantee a Byron Rocks t-shirt.

A Special Thank you to Racing Expectations who will be our timer for this years event.

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