Illinois · 3 Mile Run 8:00 AM Start · 5 Mile Run 9:30 AM Start · Kids Fun Runs 9:00 AM Start
Big Timber XC Challenge
Big Timber XC Challenge is a 3 Mile Run 8:00 AM Start, 5 Mile Run 9:30 AM Start and Kids Fun Runs 9:00 AM Start event held in Elgin, Illinois. Its next confirmed date is Sunday, November 8, 2026.
- Race day
- November 8, 2026
- Location
- Elgin, IL
Race details
- Date
- Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Location
- Elgin, Illinois
- Distances
- 3 Mile Run 8:00 AM Start, 5 Mile Run 9:30 AM Start, Kids Fun Runs 9:00 AM Start
- Registration
- raceroster.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Entry fee
- Listed fee for the longest distance, $65.55 (from raceroster.com, checked October 15, 2026)
- Start time
- 8:00 AM CST
- Course profile — 5 Miles
- Loop course; Trail surface
- Course profile — 3 Miles
- Loop course; Trail surface
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Big Timber XC Challenge: common questions
- When is the Big Timber XC Challenge?
- The next confirmed date is Sunday, November 8, 2026.
- Where is the Big Timber XC Challenge held?
- In Elgin, Illinois.
- What distances does the Big Timber XC Challenge offer?
- 3 Mile Run 8:00 AM Start, 5 Mile Run 9:30 AM Start and Kids Fun Runs 9:00 AM Start.
- How do I register for the Big Timber XC Challenge?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at raceroster.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Big Timber XC Challenge?
- Yes — registration is open. Listed fee for the longest distance, $65.55 (from raceroster.com, checked October 15, 2026).
- What time does the Big Timber XC Challenge start?
- 8:00 AM CST.
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