Lincoln Memorial Garden Trail Race 8K – Springfield, IL 2026

The latest edition of the Lincoln Memorial Garden 8K Trail Race and associated Kids Fun Run in Springfield, Illinois is scheduled to be held on Saturday May 30, 2026. 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. We greatly appreciate the following very positive comments from previous races: “The course was well laid out and marked, the staff was very helpful, and the snacks and drinks after were very welcomed.” “Thanks for the great race. I really enjoyed it!” “This was one of the best marked trails I have ever been on. There wasn’t a chance anyone could get lost on that course.” “You made a lot of runners happy bringing this race back and doing such an amazing job with it.” And, not to be left out, the kids can enjoy a Fun Run around the pond at the Cawl