Champaign Firefighters Local 1260 5k
Sun, Jun 7, 2026, 4:00 AM CDT
- Distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run or walk a chip-timed 5K with local firefighters, supporting their benevolent fund and connecting with the Champaign community.
- Fun
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
For a CauseGreat for
- Military & First Responders
Military & First RespondersJoin the Champaign Firefighters Local 1260 5K, a chip-timed run or walk through Southwest Champaign. This event supports the Champaign Firefighters Benevolent Fund, a charitable organization dedicated to honoring fallen firefighters' families, supporting active and retired members, and providing financial aid to community groups. Enjoy a flat, paved course that winds past local businesses, parks, and the fire station. It's a wonderful way to connect with the community and support a vital cause.
What to expect
- A chip-timed 5K race on a flat, paved path.
- The route winds through Southwest Champaign, passing local businesses, parks, and the fire station.
- Receive an official race t-shirt if you register by May 31st.
Standout details
- Supports Firefighters Benevolent Fund
- Chip-timed 5K
- Flat, paved course
- Official race t-shirt (if registered early)
Perks & features
- Chip Timed
- Shirt
Chip Timed
ShirtFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Course surface
Road
Pulled from words in the public listing. Helpful hint only, not a course rating.
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
Stop, drop, and RUN!
Welcome to the 3nd annual Champaign Firefighters Local 1260 5K race! Grab your friends and family to run or walk the local Carle at the Fields trail! This is a chip timed 3.1mi route that winds through the distinctive Southwest Champaign area including many local businesses, parks, and of course, fire station.
This local race seeks to support the Champaign Firefighters Benevolent Fund, which was created in 2022 as a new charitable organization. The mission of the Champaign Firefighters Benevolent Fund is to honor the sacrifice of the family members of our fallen brothers and sisters; to support active and retired Local 1260 members and their families; to support other firefighters and their families in Illinois and beyond; and, to provide financial support to community members and/or groups locally.
This is a flat, paved path.
Participants who register before May 31st will receive a official race t-shirt!
Free parking in the Health Alliance parking lot is available!
Shirts and Bibs may be picked up the morning of the race near start/finish line.
New for 2026, this year will be chip timed!