2026 10th Annual Gold Star 500 2026 — Springfield, IL

Date
May 30, 2026
Location
Springfield, IL
Venue
3309 Robbins Road
Start Time
12:01 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $500.00
Events
2026 10th Annual Gold Star 500, 2026 Virtual Gold Star 500, 2026 10th Annual General Logan 200, 2026 Gold Star 500 Volunteer, 2026 Gold Star 500 Gold Star Family Volunteer, 2026 General Logan 200 Volunteer
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T-Shirt
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Ride for a reason on a once in a lifetime journey experiencing the challenge of cycling over great distances and at the same time, encounter amazing Gold Star Family members and others in the community as they share stories of the lives of our Illinois Fallen Military Service Members. On September 22, 2026 cyclists will begin a 500-mile bicycle journey, known as the Gold Star 500, through communities starting in Chester, Granite City, St Louis, Edwardsville, Staunton, Litchfield, Carlinville, Virden, Chatham, Springfield, Williamsville, Atlanta, Bloomington, Lexington, Pontiac, Dwight, Joliet, Plainfield, Aurora, St Charles, Sycamore, Hampshire, Huntley, Lake in the Hills, and end the ride in Streamwood. This is our 10th Annual Gold Star 500 which works to preserve the legacy and honor of those military service men and service women from Illinois who have made the ultimate sacrifice in support of service to this great nation. In addition to the 5 day, 500-mile ride, we are keeping the

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 2026 10th Annual Gold Star 500 2026 — Springfield, IL?

2026 10th Annual Gold Star 500 2026 — Springfield, IL takes place on May 30, 2026. The race is held in Springfield, Illinois.

Where is 2026 10th Annual Gold Star 500 2026 — Springfield, IL held?

2026 10th Annual Gold Star 500 2026 — Springfield, IL is held at 3309 Robbins Road in Springfield, Illinois.

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