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Park 2 Park 5 Miler

Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT

Location
Normal, IL
Fairview Park, 61761
Featured distance
5 Miles
Type
RUN
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At a glance

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A historic 5-mile race in Normal, IL, offering a straightforward challenge with a community feel and age group awards.

  • Competitive

Great for: runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

The Park 2 Park 5 Miler, originally the Intercity 10K in 1985, has a rich history in Normal, IL. Organized by the Lake Run club since 1993, this event is known for its accurately measured 5-mile course. Attracting around 500 runners, it offers a straightforward race experience for those looking to challenge themselves over a classic distance.

What to expect

  • Run a historic 5-mile course, accurately measured by the Lake Run club.
  • Compete for awards across overall and multiple age group categories.
  • Stay hydrated with three water stations along the route.

Standout details

  • Historic race dating back to 1985
  • Accurately measured 5-mile course
  • Awards for overall and age group winners
  • Three on-course water stations

Perks & features

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Easygoing

  • Rolling area

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The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

The race starts at 7AM sharp.  Course closes at 8:30AM (18:00/mile)

The race originated in 1985 as the Intercity 10K. After two years the race was changed to a 5 mile run. For years, the 5 mile run was a little longer than 5 miles. In 1993, the Lake Run club began organizing the event and made the 5 mile course accurate. The race has grown to approximately 500 runners.

Discounts: LRC members receive a $3 discount.  Springfield Road Runners and Starved Rock members receive a $1 discount.

T-Shirt: Register by 6/18 at 12:00 noon to guarantee you get a Park 2 Park race shirt!

Bib/Shirt Pickup: Before coming to pickup, please complete your online registration (no paper registration available).   Early pickup TBD, or at Fairview Park on race morning 6:00AM-6:45AM.

Parking: NO PARKING IS AVAILABLE AT FAIRVIEW PARK.  There is parking available in the Illinois State University lot on Main Street just south of Fairview Park.

Aid Stations: There will be 3 water stations on course.

Awards: Award Categories: Overall Male/Female, Top 3 Male/Female in each age group - 14&Und, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.   There will not be an awards ceremony.  Awards will be available at the near the finish line beginning at 8:00AM.

Race Results: Results for this year are available on the results page: https://runsignup.com/Race/Park2Park/Page/RaceResults

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