Illinois · 10K · 5K
Abe's Amble
Abe's Amble is a 10K and 5K event held in Springfield, Illinois. It was last held on August 23, 2026 and is usually run in August; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- August
- Location
- Springfield, IL
Race details
- Last held
- August 23, 2026
- Usually held in
- August
- Location
- Springfield, Illinois
- Distances
- 10K, 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- srrc.net
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed
- Start time
- 7:30 AM CDT
- Course profile
- Loop course; Road surface; USATF certified
About the Abe's Amble
Please note: There are no refunds. If the live event cannot be held, registrations will be converted to the Virtual Race. On the last day of the Illinois State Fair in August each year, hundreds of runners from Illinois and surrounding states take to the streets covering the fairgrounds, Lincoln Park, Oak Ridge Cemetery, and back. This challenging 10K course is USATF certified and a lot of fun! Abe's Amble also includes a 5K option in addition to the longstanding 10K distance. Register by Sunda…
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Abe's Amble: common questions
- When is the Abe's Amble?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in August. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Abe's Amble held?
- In Springfield, Illinois.
- What distances does the Abe's Amble offer?
- 10K and 5K.
- How do I register for the Abe's Amble?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Abe's Amble?
- Registration status as last checked October 20, 2026: completed.
- What time does the Abe's Amble start?
- 7:30 AM CDT.
- What is the course like at the Abe's Amble?
- Loop course; Road surface; USATF certified.
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