Kirby Derby

Event Overview

• Event Name: Kirby Derby
• Date: 2026-05-02
• Location: Forest Reserve Park, Monticello, IL
• Registration Link: Click here to register

Purpose

• Healthy Living: Participating in the Kirby Derby is a great way to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle while having fun.
• Charity: All the proceeds go to the development of the Wellness Trail provided by the Kirby Foundation.
• Registration Information: For more information and online registration click on the links above.
• T-shirt Deadline: The T-shirt deadline is 11:59pm cst on April 3, 2026!

Registration Details

• Onsite Registration: Registration will be open until 7:30am on race morning, however there will be no cash registration available at the park on race morning.
• Same Day Registration: Same day registration will be completed on your mobile device.
• Event Switch Deadline: If you need to switch events, the deadline to do so is 12pm the day before the race.
• Bib and Shirt Pickup: Bib and shirt pickup will be Friday from 4-5:30pm or on race morning 6:45-7:45am at the park pavilion.

Race Day Schedule

• Announcements: Announcements and National Anthem will be at 7:45am.
• Race Start: The race will start promptly at 8am.
• Course Information: Please note that this is not a closed course: we do our best to inform the community and encourage alternate routes.
• Volunteers: We will have a volunteer at every intersection to help guide participants and stop any oncoming traffic.

Water Stations

• Station Locations: We will have two water stations available this year.
• First Stop: The first water stop will be by Nick's Park.
• Second Stop: The second will be by Monticello Laundry: 10K runners will pass the second stop twice.
• Hydration: Ensure you stay hydrated during the race!

Awards Ceremony

• 5K Awards: The 5K award ceremony will start at approximately 9am.
• 10K Awards: The 10K awards will follow immediately after the 5K awards.

Stay Updated

• Social Media: For the latest race updates, follow our Facebook page.
• Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/KMCKirbyDerby/