801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield IL
Sunday, August 18th, 2024
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 Wednesday, July 24 to guarantee a race shirt!
Races will begin in a traditional mass start format. The 10K and 5K will begin at 7:30am.
Packet pickup will be held on Saturday August 17th, 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at Springfield Running Center. Look for the SRRC signs. Feel free to arrive anytime during the pickup time.
Limited race day packet pickup will be available on race day morning at the fairgrounds at 6:30-7:15 a.m.
There will be bottled water, bananas, and other refreshments in the finisher area.
Participants who opted in during the registration process will receive a text message with their time. Results will also stream live throughout the morning and be available at It's Race Time.
Award winners will be recognized in a post-race awards ceremony after the race. Results will be linked on the Springfield Road Runners Club Facebook page.
Race medals will be provided at the finish line for those participating in the race. Medals are awarded for both the 10K and the 5K events.
Run or walk your 5k/10k whenever you choose! Virtual participants will appear in the race results but are not eligible for age group awards.
Starting Line Map
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