
2026 Fisher Fair 5K
Sat, Jul 11, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT
- Location
- Fisher, IL
- 226 E Sangamon St., 61843
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Run the Fisher Fair 5K, then enjoy free admission to the Demolition Derby. A local race with a unique post-event perk.
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
Join the Fisher Fair 5K, a community run starting and ending at the fairgrounds in Fisher, IL. The course offers a generally flat experience on city streets through residential areas, with a few short uphill grades. Runners can compete for awards given to the top three finishers in 10-year age groups. Walkers are welcome and will receive a time. Participants also enjoy free admission to the Saturday night Demolition Derby by presenting their bib number.
What to expect
- Navigate a generally flat course on city streets, starting and ending at the fairgrounds.
- Hydration available at miles one and two, plus water and electrolyte drinks post-race.
- Enjoy restrooms, showers, and first aid on the fairgrounds.
Standout details
- Free admission to Saturday night Demolition Derby
- Awards for top 3 in 10-year age groups
- Course starts and ends at fairgrounds
- Showers available at fairgrounds
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, Jul 11, 7:30 AM CDT · From $22.20
Opens Apr 30, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT · Closes Jul 11, 2026, 3:25 AM CDT
- 5K
Sat, Jul 11, 7:30 AM CDT · From $16.90
Opens Apr 30, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT · Closes Jul 11, 2026, 3:25 AM CDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Flat road course, warm-day exposure
- Warm season
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Road
- Flat
- Timed race
From the organizer
RACE COURSE The course is generally flat with a few short uphill grades. It starts and ends at the fair grounds and is run on city streets within the residential areas of Fisher.
PARKING Available near the starting line at the fairgrounds. No parking will be permitted along the course.
ENTRY FEE No refunds will be given to registered participants.
Runners $20.00
Awards will be given to top 3 finishers in 10 year age groups!
Walkers $15.00
There are NO age categories for walkers. Walkers will be given a time but awards will NOT be given for the 5K Walk.
T-Shirts This year, we are offering youth and adult size t-shirts. T-shirt orders will end June 28, 2026.
BIB PICKUP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION 6:30 to 7:15 A.M. at the fairgrounds in Glades Hall.
WATER STATIONS Water will be available at approximately mile one and two and at the finish line.
FACILITIES & REFRESHMENTS Water and electrolyte replacement drinks will be supplied after the race. Restrooms and showers are located on the fairgrounds. First aid and ambulance service will be available.
FREE ADMISSION Free admission to the Saturday night Demolition Derby with presentation of your bib number.
RACE RESULTS Results will be available at RunSignup.com.
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