
Effingham County Fair 5K
Sun, Aug 2, 2026, 12:00 AM CDT
- Location
- Altamont, IL
- 722 E Cumberland Rd, 62411
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Kick off the Effingham County Fair with a 5K that blends track running, park paths, and a festive fair atmosphere.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Festive
The Effingham County Fair 5K invites you to kick off the annual fair week with a spirited run in Altamont, Illinois. This event offers a unique course that begins and ends on the horse track in front of the grandstands, venturing through the fairgrounds and Gilbert Park, including a new track section and a country grass loop. Professional chip timing and awards for top finishers add a competitive edge, while the festive atmosphere of the fair promises a memorable start to your day.
What to expect
- Run on a unique course starting and finishing on the fair's horse track.
- Experience varied terrain including fairgrounds, park paths, a new track, and a country grass loop.
- Enjoy professional chip timing and water support on the course.
Standout details
- Starts and finishes on the horse track
- Kicks off Effingham County Fair week
- Professional chip timing
- Guaranteed race shirt with early registration
Perks & features
- Shirt
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sun, Aug 2, 12:00 AM CDT · From $24.20
Opens Jul 8, 2026, 3:58 AM CDT · Closes Aug 2, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
- 3.1 Miles
Sun, Aug 2, 12:00 AM CDT · From $29.50
Opens Apr 14, 2026, 4:42 AM CDT · Closes Aug 2, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
warm-day exposure
- Warm season
The course
- Flat
- Timed race
From the organizer
Attention: Race Morning Registrations
-If you haven't registered you can on race morning please bring... exact change or check made out to Kinetic Timing. 5k-$26.00 1 Mile-$18.00
The Race will start and finish on the horse track in front of the grandstands, you will take a loop around the track out into the fairgrounds finishing on the track where you started and completing 3.1 Miles with music, Start and Finish.
Professional chip timing by Kinetic Timing will be used to time the race.
Register before July 21st to guarantee a Race Shirt. NO SHIRTS AVAILABLE ON RACE MORNING.
Race Morning Packet pickup and Race day registration will be between 6:45 - 7:15am, Race START at 7:30 AM sharp
The runners will begin on the Fairgrounds track in front of the grand stands, complete 4/5th of the track and exit the track on the south entrance road then runners will head toward Gilbert Park between the ball fields and onto the NEW ACHS/AGS Track, complete two loops, grab some water and head back toward the south of Gilbert Park. Then head back on the south entrance road toward the south entrance of the Fairgrounds track near the stables and run another 4/5th of the Fairs track. Water will be position at 1 locations on the course just after the 1st mile (1.15) just as you begin your country grass loop.
Awards will be given to the Top 3 Male and Female Runners.
Come and run the annual Effingham County Fair 5K, famous for the Pork Producers Stand, Talent Show, Demo Derby, Fair Queen Pageant, Horse Races and Tractor pull. Were kicking the whole fair week off with the 5K run.
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