Lincoln-Douglas 5K in Freeport, Illinois
The Lincoln-Douglas 5K brings runners, walkers, and families together in Freeport for a 5K race, one-mile fun run, and kids races. The 23rd annual event was held on August 8, 2026, at Taylor Park.
About the Lincoln-Douglas 5K
This Freeport race offers something for different ages and abilities. Runners can take on the 5K course, while families can enjoy the one-mile fun run and kids races. The children’s events include the “Fastest Kid in Town” competition.
The 5K course follows three loops on the paved road inside Taylor Park. The one-mile fun run follows one loop. The course starts and finishes near the Abraham Lincoln the Debater statue at Taylor Park, 900 East Stephenson Street, Freeport, IL 61032.
2026 race results and updates
Looking back at the August 8 event? Visit the Rockford Road Runners 2026 results page and find the Lincoln Douglas 5K listing.
For race photos, announcements, and news about future events, follow the Lincoln-Douglas 5K & Kids Races Facebook page.
Stay connected
Whether you run for a personal best, walk with friends, or cheer on a young racer, the Lincoln-Douglas 5K is a chance to take part in a Freeport community tradition.
REGISTER HERE!
Online Registration is open through Noon on Thursday, August 6th.
FEES:
5K
$25 . . . . . . . By August 3
$35 . . . . . . . After August 3
$15 . . . . . . . Under 18
$22.50 . . . . . Rockford Road Runner (Early Only)
$13.50 . . . . . Rockford Wildcat (Early Only)
MILE FUN RUN
$10 . . . . . . . By August 3
$12 . . . . . . . After August 3
$8 . . . . . . . . RRR & RW (Early Only)
The boy & girl winners of each age group will run a 100-Yard Dash following the 5K to determine...
THE FASTEST KID IN TOWN!
REGISTER HERE!
Online Registration is open through Noon on Thursday, August 8TH. You can also Register in person on the day of the race
Click Here for Paper Form to mail or drop off at the United Way of Northwest Illinois
FEES:
KIDS RACES
$2
RACES:
8 & Under
100 Yards
9-10 Years Old
200 Yards
11-12 Years Old
400 Yards
The Lincoln Douglas 5K is a 2026 Rockford Road Runners Circuit Race
www.rockfordroadrunners.org
Thank you to our In-Kind Sponsors!
Union Dairy
Elliott Graphix
HomeTown Trophies
Culligan's Freeport
Northwest Illinois Medical Reserve Corp