2026 Short Run Long Day 5k Run/Walk 26th Annual

Wed, Jun 17, 2026, 7:00 PM CDT

Location: Frankfort, IL; Main Park - Frankfort, 400 W. Nebraska, 60423
Featured distance: 3.1 Miles
Type: RUN

At a glance

Experience a scenic 5k on the Old Plank Trail, then celebrate with DJ music and refreshments at this welcoming Frankfort evening run.

Fun
Scenic
Competitive
Festive

Great for: casual, fun-first runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Join the 26th Annual Short Run Long Day 5k Run/Walk in Frankfort, IL, offering a beautifully scenic route along the Old Plank Trail and through historic streets. This USATF Certified course provides a lovely setting for runners and walkers alike. After crossing the finish line, celebrate with a lively post-race party featuring DJ music, healthy refreshments, and an awards presentation. It's an inviting evening event perfect for enjoying the longer daylight hours of summer.

What to expect

Run or walk a USATF Certified 5k course through historic Frankfort and the scenic Old Plank Trail.
Enjoy water on the course and healthy refreshments post-race.
Celebrate with DJ music and an awards presentation for top finishers and age groups.

Standout details

USATF Certified 5k course
Scenic Old Plank Trail route
Post-race DJ music and refreshments
Awards for top overall and age group finishers

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The course

From the organizer

Course:

The course is a 5k/3.1 mile U.S. Track & Field Certified route that takes you through the beautifully scenic Old Plank Trail and through the streets of Historic Frankfort. Water will be available on the course.

Awards:

Awards will be given for the top overall male & female and the top finisher in each age division, male & female.

Registration Fee:

$25 per person until noon June 8

$35 per person after noon on June 8 until Race Day

Post-Race Activities:

After the completion of the race, stay for the awards presentation & DJ music. For the runners/walkers there will be healthy refreshments and water. The whole family are invited to attend the post-race celebration. All items are first come and will not be replenished.

Giveaway Guarantee:

Race shirts are guaranteed to runners who registered by Wednesday, May 20.

Parking:

Parking is available @ Main Park, Frankfort Village Hall, Park District Preschool Building and neighborhood streets.

2026 Short Run Long Day 5k Run/Walk 26th Annual

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