Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 – Morgan County, IL – Jacksonville, IL 2026

Date
April 12, 2026
Location
Jacksonville, IL
Venue
Jacksonville High School
Start Time
4:00 PM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $50.00
Events
PreK 2/3 Yr Old - 50 Yard Dash, PreK 4/5 Yr Old - 75 Yard Dash, Kindergarten & 1st Grade - 1/4 Mile, 2nd & 3rd Grade - 1/2 Mile, 4th & 5th Grade - 1 Mile, 6th to 8th Grade - 1 Mile
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On April 12, 2026, the Healthy Kids Running Series Spring event takes place in Jacksonville, Illinois at Jacksonville High School. This race is part of the national Healthy Kids Running Series, designed for young runners. The event starts at 4:00 PM, making it an afternoon fixture in the Morgan County running calendar. Entry fees range from $15 to $50, depending on registration options. Jacksonville High School serves as the venue and gathering point for participants. If you're traveling to support a young runner or are coaching athletes in this series, Jacksonville offers convenient access to the event location. Plan your hotel stay with the afternoon start time in mind, allowing time for pre-race preparation and travel to the venue.

From the Race Organizer
Who We Are: Healthy Kids Running Series is a five (5) week running program in the spring and fall for kids Pre-K through 8th grade. Each HKRS Series takes place once a week and offers age-appropriate running events including the 50 & 75 yard dashes, the 1/4 mile, the 1/2 mile and the 1 mile run. Kids will earn points for each race they complete based on their finish. Pricing: The registration fee covers the entire five (5) weeks of the Series which includes race bibs for each week, a runner shirt, a finisher medal and any sponsor giveaways. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Online Early Bird registration increases three weeks prior to the first race event. Challenger: This Series offers a Challenger Division which is an adaptive 75 yard race for children with disabilities and/or special needs. This allows for parents, siblings, and friends to be on the course with runners to provide support as well as bringing their own supportive devices such as crutches, braces, wh

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 – Morgan County, IL – Jacksonville, IL 2026?

Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 – Morgan County, IL – Jacksonville, IL 2026 takes place on April 12, 2026. The race is held in Jacksonville, Illinois.

Where is Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 – Morgan County, IL – Jacksonville, IL 2026 held?

Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2026 – Morgan County, IL – Jacksonville, IL 2026 is held at Jacksonville High School in Jacksonville, Illinois.

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