Going The Distance for the Salvation Army Logo

Going The Distance for the Salvation Army

Urbana, IL

Sat, Nov 8, 2025

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When

Saturday, November 8th, 2025

Where

709 S Mathews Ave, Urbana IL

Distance

5K

About this race

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

  • Charity Event: This event is a charity community run with all proceeds going towards the Salvation Army.
  • Donation Option: If you are unable to attend the run but would still like to help the cause, there is an option to just donate as well.
  • Location History: While this event began in Morton, IL, we have brought a counterpart to the University of Illinois.
  • Organizers: This event is being run by Going The Distance in conjunction with the Salvation Army in Champaign to put on the best race possible!

📅 Race Information

  • Date & Time: This year, the run will take place on November 8th at 9:00am.
  • Check-In: Please show up by 8:50am to check in at the check-in table on the east side of the Main Quad by Foellinger Auditorium.
  • Check-In Hours: Check-in will be open from 8:00am-8:50am.
  • Start/Finish Lines: The start and finish lines are between the Foreign Languages Building and Foellinger Auditorium.

🗺️ Course Details

  • Course Map: You can view a course map below with mile and kilometer markers as well as a view of where to park.
  • Restrooms: Restrooms are available inside of the Foreign Languages Building or anywhere else accessible on the quad.

🎁 Participant Perks

  • Gift Card: All participants who register before 11/6 are guaranteed to receive a Chick-Fil-A gift card upon check-in on race day.
  • T-Shirts: T-shirts are not guaranteed after 10/31.

🔗 Useful Links

Course map

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