Color Run for Nash takes place at Tuscola Ervin Park in Tuscola, Illinois on September 19, 2026, with a typical start time of 8:30 AM. The event offers three distance options: 1 mile, 5 miles, and 6.2 miles, accommodating runners of varying abilities. Entry fees range from $15 to $41 depending on your chosen distance. If you can't make it to Illinois in person, the race provides a virtual participation option, allowing you to complete your selected distance on your own schedule. This is a running event, so lodging near Tuscola will give you easy access to Ervin Park for race morning.
From the Race Organizer
Run for Nash is a 5K and this year a 10K race with a 1/2 mile Kids Dash for Nash. The Kids Dash for Nash will be 1/2 mile long and will include color. Ribbons will be given to all Kids Dash for Nash finishers. Parents are welcome to run with their children. Male/Female awards given to 1st place overall and age group awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in male/female groups. Finisher medal given to all finishers Age groups: 9 and under 10-14 15-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60 and over This race is to help raise funds for a family who has a son diagnosed with a very rare disease ( please read their story below). The Foreman's have 5 children and are a wonderful part of our small community. This money will go directly to them and to fund research for Vanishing White Matter Disease. As an avid runner and racer myself, I personally try to run as many races as I can that support an excellent cause. If you are the same this race is for you. In October 2022 Nash was diagnosed, at the age of 8, with a very rare genetic brain disease called Vanishing White Matter disease. Nash is one of 300 people in the world with VWM and the odds of having this disease are one in 40 million. Vanishing White Matter Disease (VWM) affects the white matter, or myelin, of the brain known collectively as Leukodystrophies. VWM is an extremely rare neurological condition that destroys myelin, the brain’s white matter. In doing so, it permanently affects transmission of brain signals to the rest of the body. As the disease progresses, Nash can expect some or all of the following symptoms: loss of motor skills (walking usually goes first, followed by ability to sit unassisted, speech, use of hands, head control and ability to swallow), loss of vision, epileptic seizures, vomiting, irritability, and comas leading to death at an early age. Vanishing White Matter is a terminal disease with no cure but there is hope with the first human clinical trials taking place right now. We believe Nash will see a cure 💚 Our hope for this run is to show Nash our love and support, raise awareness of VWM, take care of our family and any financial need, and to find a cure by funding research. The Foreman's
Hotels Near This Race
Find accommodation close to the start line in Tuscola, IL. Sorted by distance from the race venue. Book early — race weekend hotels fill fast.
RaceHotelFinder earns a small commission when you book through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. Results are sorted by distance from the race venue.
Run for Nash 5k/10k, Kids Dash for Nash 2026 — Tuscola, IL
Race weekend dates pre-loaded on Booking.com. RaceHotelFinder may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 19.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Tuscola, IL.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Run for Nash 5k/10k, Kids Dash for Nash 2026 — Tuscola, IL?
Run for Nash 5k/10k, Kids Dash for Nash 2026 — Tuscola, IL takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Tuscola, Illinois.
Where is Run for Nash 5k/10k, Kids Dash for Nash 2026 — Tuscola, IL held?
Run for Nash 5k/10k, Kids Dash for Nash 2026 — Tuscola, IL is held at Tuscola Ervin Park in Tuscola, Illinois.
Where can I find hotels near Run for Nash 5k/10k, Kids Dash for Nash 2026 — Tuscola, IL?
RaceHotelFinder shows hotels sorted by distance from the race venue in Tuscola. Use the map or list view on this page to compare options and book race weekend accommodation.
