The 7th Annual River Bottom Country Runs for St. Jude will happen on June 1st, 2024, at 7 am. Packets for the race go out at 6 am on the day of the race. Runners can choose from a 5k or half marathon. There are prizes for both finishing the races and the top female and male in each race. Those finishing the 5K will get a River Bottom Country Runs koozie, donuts, bananas, and beer (for racers 21 years or older). Half Marathon finishers will get the same prizes plus a finisher’s medal. Participants in the River Bottom Country Runs for St. Jude will navigate through the scenic farm country of central Illinois, starting with a 0.25 mile hill that levels off. New this year is the water cannon on the half marathon course, courtesy of the Goodfield Fire Department.
River Bottom Country Runs for St. Jude Half Marathon & 5k
June 1, 2024
Deer Creek
Road
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1-100
Some Hills
Small Town
High: 77°
/ Low: 56°
Gear up for the 7th Annual River Bottom Country Runs for St. Jude, happening on June 1, 2024, at 7:00 AM. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or testing your mettle for the first time, this event offers a challenging 5K and Half Marathon through the scenic farm country of central Illinois.
The race kicks off with a .25-mile hill, setting the tone for a course that then flattens out, providing a picturesque and rewarding running experience. Brace yourself for an added thrill in 2024—a water cannon on the Half Marathon course, courtesy of the Goodfield Fire Department.
All proceeds from this event go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, which has significantly increased childhood cancer survival rates and helps families get the care that they need without worrying about the bill. Join the cause, lace up your running shoes, and be part of an event that supports St. Jude’s impactful mission.
Overview
The 7th Annual River Bottom Country Runs for St. Jude will happen on June 1st, 2024, at 7 am. Packets for the race go out at 6 am on the day of the race. Runners can choose from a 5k or half marathon. There are prizes for both finishing the races and the top female and male in each race. Those finishing the 5K will get a River Bottom Country Runs koozie, donuts, bananas, and beer (for racers 21 years or older). Half Marathon finishers will get the same prizes plus a finisher’s medal. Participants in the River Bottom Country Runs for St. Jude will navigate through the scenic farm country of central Illinois, starting with a 0.25 mile hill that levels off. New this year is the water cannon on the half marathon course, courtesy of the Goodfield Fire Department.
Course Description
Gear up for the 7th Annual River Bottom Country Runs for St. Jude, happening on June 1, 2024, at 7:00 AM. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or testing your mettle for the first time, this event offers a challenging 5K and Half Marathon through the scenic farm country of central Illinois.
The race kicks off with a .25-mile hill, setting the tone for a course that then flattens out, providing a picturesque and rewarding running experience. Brace yourself for an added thrill in 2024—a water cannon on the Half Marathon course, courtesy of the Goodfield Fire Department.
All proceeds from this event go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, which has significantly increased childhood cancer survival rates and helps families get the care that they need without worrying about the bill. Join the cause, lace up your running shoes, and be part of an event that supports St. Jude’s impactful mission.
