Illinois State University Homecoming Town and Gown 5K

Illinois State University Homecoming Town and Gown 5K

Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
Location: 347 S University St, Normal, IL 61761, US
Events:

• 5K
• 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk (Untimed)
• 5K - Virtual
• 5K - Virtual WITHOUT t-shirt

Registration: All registration is done online. Opens July 21, 2025 at 12:00 AM CDT. Online registration is available until 7:45 AM on race day.
In-Person Race: Starts at 8:00 AM CDT at the Student Fitness Center. The course goes through Uptown Normal and around campus. One water stop will be provided, with refreshments afterward. No pets allowed, strollers are welcome. Parking is available in the School Street Parking Garage.
Virtual Race: Virtual runners will receive a confirmation email with a bib, instructions, and a link to submit race time. Shirts will be mailed.
Prizes: Prizes will be awarded to overall male and female winners, overall male and female wheelchair racers, and overall non-binary racer. Additional awards for the top three male and female finishers in each age division: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over.
Fees: $20 for all in-person races; $0 for 5K Virtual WITHOUT t-shirt. $5 from each registration supports the Marian H. Dean Scholarship.
Packet Pick-up: Friday (day before the race) in the Kasten Room at the Alumni Center or Saturday (race day) from 7:00 AM to 7:45 AM at the Student Fitness Center.