Run for your Life 2026 — Galesburg, IL
Run for your Life is a running event featuring a 1 mile distance, taking place on October 30, 2026, in Galesburg, Illinois at 64 S Academy St with a typical start time of 6:05 PM.
Course & Travel Notes
On October 30, 2026, sunrise in Galesburg, Illinois occurs at 7:30 AM, while the Run for your Life start time is listed as 6:05 PM. The venue sits at an elevation of 758 feet. October typical weather normals for the area include an average high of 63°F and average low of 42°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 28% of days. Quad City International Airport (MLI) is located 35.3 miles from the venue.
Hotels Near This Race
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Run for your Life 2026 — Galesburg, IL
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 30.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Galesburg, 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
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
- 24/7 real-time support
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Run for your Life 2026 — Galesburg, IL?
Run for your Life 2026 — Galesburg, IL takes place on October 30, 2026. The race is held in Galesburg, Illinois.
Where is Run for your Life 2026 — Galesburg, IL held?
Run for your Life 2026 — Galesburg, IL is held at 64 S Academy St in Galesburg, Illinois.
Where can I find hotels near Run for your Life 2026 — Galesburg, IL?
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