The latest edition of the Lincoln Memorial Garden 8K Trail Race and associated Kids Fun Run in Springfield, Illinois.

Eight kilometers (4.97 miles) of trails – with the course entirely situated within the Garden - will test runners’ stamina over the scenic trails and pathways of the historic Garden, along the trails next to Lake Springfield, and throughout the Ostermeier Prairie Center grounds.  

And, not to be left out, the kids can enjoy a Fun Run around the pond at the Cawley Meadow.

Schedule:

8K Start Time: 7:30 a.m.
Kids Fun Run Start Time: 9:00 a.m.

8K Trail Race - Early Registration is $32;  $37 after April 15, 2025 plus a variable signup fee.
You will need to register on your own phone/computer; there will be no manual registration or on-site computers for registration at packet pickup or on race day.
Registration is open to a maximum of 300 participants.  Each participant receives a super-comfortable 50% cotton / 50% polyester shirt and a wooden tree branch medallion at race finish.  Food and drinks are provided after the race to participants.  Receipt of a shirt is guaranteed if registration is received before May18.  Registration remains open until 15 minutes before race time or until the 300-person participation limit is reached, whichever is sooner.

Kids Fun Run - No limit on number of participants.  Registration is $7.50 plus a variable signup fee.  Each participant receives a t-shirt and a finishing medal.  Age groups:  4 and under, 5-7, 8 and over.  The Youngest age group will run a straightaway next to the pond (34 yards); the Middle group runs one lap around the pond (225 yards); and the Older kids will run 2 laps around the pond (415 yards).  Registration ends 15 minutes before race time.  You will need to register on your own phone/computer; there will be no manual registration or on-site computers for registration at packet pickup or on race day.

Course Info:

Click here for Course Map

Awards:

Awards for the 8K will be given to the winning man, woman, and non-binary finishers and to the first finishing man and woman Masters runners (40 and over).  These race winners and Masters winners will also receive a $50 gift card to the Springfield Running Center (Thank you, Tracy!).  Awards will also be presented to the second finishing non-binary runner and to the top three men and top three women finishers in the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and over.  Registrants selecting "Prefer not to say" under gender selection are not eligible for awards.

Cost:

Early Registration is $32;  $37 after April 15, 2025 plus a variable signup fee.

Click here to Register