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Community Cross Country Summer Series Fun Runs

Thu, Jul 2, 2026, 5:30 PM CDT

Location
Normal, IL
maxwell park, 61761
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

A weekly cross country summer series in Normal, IL, offering fun runs and timed competition for all ages on grass trails.

  • Fun
  • Competitive

Great for

  • Kids & Youth

Join the Community Cross Country Summer Series for a weekly dose of trail running in Normal, IL. Held on Thursdays throughout July at Maxwell Park, this series offers a welcoming atmosphere for all ages. Runners can choose from 800-meter, 2-mile, and 3-mile distances, with a special timed awards night on the final Thursday. It's a great opportunity to enjoy a community-focused run and challenge yourself on the cross country course.

What to expect

  • Enjoy weekly cross country runs on grass trails at Maxwell Park.
  • Choose from 800-meter, 2-mile, or 3-mile distances.
  • Participate in a timed awards night on the final Thursday.

Standout details

  • Weekly series in July
  • Cross country course
  • Multiple distances for all ages
  • Timed awards night (Top 3 M/F)

Perks & features

  • Awards

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Distances & registration

6 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • Summer Series Registration (All Nights)

    Thu, Jul 2, 5:30 PM CDT · From $22.20

    Opens Apr 14, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT · Closes Jul 30, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • Night #1 (7/2)

    Thu, Jul 2, 5:30 PM CDT · From $6.30

    Opens Apr 14, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT · Closes Jul 2, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • Night #2 (7/9)

    Thu, Jul 9, 5:30 PM CDT · From $6.30

    Opens Apr 14, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT · Closes Jul 9, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

+ 3 more options

  • Night #3 (7/16)

    Thu, Jul 16, 5:30 PM CDT · From $6.30

    Opens Apr 14, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT · Closes Jul 16, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • Night #4 (7/23)

    Thu, Jul 23, 5:30 PM CDT · From $6.30

    Opens Apr 14, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT · Closes Jul 23, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • Night #5 (7/30)

    Thu, Jul 30, 5:30 PM CDT · From $6.30

    Opens Apr 14, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT · Closes Jul 30, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

The course

  • Mixed
  • Rolling
  • Family-oriented
From the organizer

Thursdays in July. 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30 (trophy night)

Location Maxwell Park/Parkside JHS XC Course Start Line (next to softball fields)

Time 5:30PM - 6:30PM

Cost $5 Participant fee each week or $20 for all 5.

Weekly Schedule 5:30PM - 800 Meters (Ages 8 and under) 5:40PM - 2 Mile (Ages 14 and under) 6:10PM - 3 Mile (Open)

Awards Night (Timed) on 7/30 Top 3 M/F in each age group (6 and under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)

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