2026 Meatballs on the Run 5K 2026 — Benld, IL

Date
May 24, 2026
Location
Benld, IL
Venue
305 N Main St
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00
Events
5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Meatballs on the Run 5K starts at 9:00 AM on May 24, 2026, in Benld, Illinois, so plan your travel accordingly if you're coming from out of town. The race takes place at 305 N Main St and covers a 5K distance. Entry costs $35.00. This straightforward race format works well for runners building fitness in late spring or those treating it as a training effort rather than a peak event. Benld offers a small-town race atmosphere with minimal logistical complexity. Check in early to allow time for packet pickup and a proper warmup before the morning start.

From the Race Organizer
🏃‍♂️🍝 Introducing the INAUGURAL 2026 Meatballs on the Run 5K! 🍝🏃‍♀️ Proudly sponsored by the Gillespie Cross Country Boosters For the first time ever during the 72nd Annual Benld Italian-American Days , we’re adding a little cardio before the carbs! Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026 Start Time: 9:00 AM Location: Benld City Park Join us for the inaugural Meatballs on the Run 5K , whether you’re a competitive runner, casual jogger, or firmly in the “I’m walking and that’s final” category — everyone is welcome! Why run? It’s simple: 👉 Get your workout in. 👉 Feel accomplished. 👉 Then reward yourself with a plate of FREE festival spaghetti later that morning. We call that elite-level carb strategy. 💪🍝 Registration Fee: $35 Includes: Official event t-shirt (proof you earned your noodles!) 👕 Be part of year one of what might just become Benld’s newest tradition. Come for the run, stay for the sauce, and celebrate 72 years of community and culture!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 2026 Meatballs on the Run 5K 2026 — Benld, IL?

2026 Meatballs on the Run 5K 2026 — Benld, IL takes place on May 24, 2026. The race is held in Benld, Illinois.

Where is 2026 Meatballs on the Run 5K 2026 — Benld, IL held?

2026 Meatballs on the Run 5K 2026 — Benld, IL is held at 305 N Main St in Benld, Illinois.

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