St. Jude Walk 2026 — Bloomington, IL

Date
September 19, 2026
Location
Bloomington, IL
Venue
302 E. Emerson St.
Start Time
7:30 AM
Sunrise
6:39 AM
Events
1 Mile Walk - FREE, 5K - $25, 10K - $40, Half Marathon - $65
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The St. Jude Walk in Bloomington, Illinois takes place on September 19, 2026, starting at 7:30 AM from 302 E. Emerson St. Participants can choose from three distances: 1 mile, 6.2 miles, or a half marathon. The event accommodates both runners and walkers across all distances. If you're traveling to Bloomington for this race, you'll want accommodation near downtown, where the venue is centrally located. The early morning start time means arriving the night before is practical for most athletes. Check the race website directly for current registration fees and any package pricing that may apply.

From the Race Organizer
Join us at IWU Tucci Stadium (located directly behind the Shirk Center) as we celebrate the mission and the kids of St. Jude! As the community event for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the St. Jude Walk is where we unite supporters across the country to provide hope and healing for families during their toughest times. Regardless of your pace or path, when you join the St. Jude Walk, you're taking steps to cure childhood cancer. The St. Jude Walk is an inspiring, family-friendly event that unites people across the nation behind the lifesaving mission of St. Jude: Finding cures. Saving children.® We will be offering a 1 Mile Walk, 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon *Half Marathon Participants* please note there is a 3 1/2 hour course time limit Previous Race Routes can be found HERE . 2026 race routes are not expected to change significantly, if at all. All donations and registration fees will directly benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Registration Costs: 1 Mile Walk - FREE 5K - $25 10K - $40 Half Marathon - $65 Registration coming soon! Registration will be available at stjude.org/walknormal . 2025 race results can be found HERE

Course & Travel Notes

The St. Jude Walk takes place in mid-September when Bloomington typically sees highs around 79°F and lows near 53°F, so plan for warm days and cool mornings—a light jacket is recommended for the 6:40 AM sunrise before the 7:30 AM start. With about a 25% chance of rain this time of year, consider bringing a rain jacket or umbrella just in case. The venue sits at 784 feet elevation, which is relatively modest and shouldn't present significant acclimation challenges. Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal (BMI) is conveniently located just 4.1 miles from the race venue.

⛰️ 784 ft elevation☀️ Typically 79°F / 53°F · 25% chance of rain✈️ Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal (BMI) — 4.1 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is St. Jude Walk 2026 — Bloomington, IL?

St. Jude Walk 2026 — Bloomington, IL takes place on September 19, 2026. The race is held in Bloomington, Illinois.

Where is St. Jude Walk 2026 — Bloomington, IL held?

St. Jude Walk 2026 — Bloomington, IL is held at 302 E. Emerson St. in Bloomington, Illinois.

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