Winter RUNderland 5K, 10K, 1 mile fun run

Race: Winter RUNderland 5K, 10K, 1 mile fun run

Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026

Location: Olney, IL 62450 US

Description: On January 24th, 2026, the Richland County CEO Program will host The Winter Runderland Event, which will involve a 5k, 10k, and a mile fun run. These races will be open to runners and walkers of all ages. Following the start of the race, a winter-themed festival with vendors, food trucks, games, and activities will be located inside the RCES gym. T-shirts will be given to all registered participants. Additionally, awards will be given to all top finishers of age group divisions. Sign-ups and timing will be through To The Finish Timing LLC out of Evansville, Indiana.

Join us for Winter RUNderland – a magical celebration of fitness, family, and festive fun for all ages!

Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: Richland County Elementary School, 1001 N Holly Rd, Olney, IL 62450

Courses:

• 10am - 5K Run/Walk – $30
• 10am - 10K Run – $50
• 11:45am - 1-Mile Fun Run (perfect for kids and families!) – $15

Schedule of Events:

• January 23rd - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm: Early packet pickup at Richland County Elementary School.
• January 24th - 10:00 am: Start of 5k/10k Race. Additionally beginning of the Festival
• January 24th - 11:00 am: 5k Runners' Top Finishers Awards.
• January 24th - 11:30 am: 10k Runners Top Finishers Awards.
• January 24th - 11:45 am: Start of Mile Fun Run.
• January 24th - 2:00 pm: End of Festival

After you cross the finish line, step into the heart of Winter RUNderland! Enjoy upbeat music, tasty food trucks, vendors, and a whimsical Kids’ Corner packed with games, activities, and prizes.

Festival-only admission: Just $5 per person (Race participants receive FREE entry to the festival!)

T-shirts will be given to all runners who sign up before January 10, 2024.

Parking at Richland County Elementary School

Winter Festival begins at the start of the 5k/10k until 2:00 pm

Timing/Bibs will only be provided to 5k/10k Runners. Walkers and Mile Fun Run will not be professionally timed or awarded.

Awards: 5k and 10k (separate) Overall Male and Female (3) Male and Female: 1-17 (3), 18-29 (3), 30-50 (3), 50-up (3)