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River Run 5K & 10K
The 5K and 10K River Run takes place annually on the first Saturday of October up and down the scenic Fox River. The USA Track and Field (USATF) certified course starts and finishes in front of the Village Hall, 200 North River Street, Montgomery. This is the perfect race for all ages and abilities. Pets, kids, and strollers are welcome to walk/run the 5K course! The racecourse map is linked below.
2023 RIVER RUN REGISTRATION OPTIONS
INDIVIDUAL -5KREGISTRATION THROUGH AUGUST 31 | $30 SEPTEMBER 1 - OCTOBER 2 | $35 AFTER OCTOBER 3 | $40 |
TEAM - 5K (minimum 4 to qualify)REGISTRATION THROUGH AUGUST 31 | $25 SEPTEMBER 1- OCTOBER 2 | $30 AFTER OCTOBER 3 | No Longer Available |
INDIVIDUAL- 10KREGISTRATION THROUGH AUGUST 31 | $35 SEPTEMBER 1 - OCTOBER 2 | $40 AFTER OCTOBER 3 | $40 |
TEAM - 10K (minimum 4 to qualify)REGISTRATION THROUGH AUGUST 31 | $30 SEPTEMBER 1- OCTOBER 2 | $35
AFTER OCTOBER 3 | No Longer Available |
SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER
This event is only possible with volunteers' generous support and time each year. This is a great way for a high school student to earn service hours or an organization to enjoy helping out a great cause. For questions, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at lozano@ci.montgomery.il.us.
BECOME A SPONSOR
Sponsoring the River Run is an excellent opportunity to showcase your business. If you are interested in sponsoring the race or being onsite to promote your products and services to our runners, please get in touch with communications@montgomeryil.org for more information. Also, view the 2023 Sponsorship Opportunities.
STAY CONNECTED River Run Facebook Page
2023 Finisher Medal & Race Shirt
Montgomery River Run is proud to be part of the
2023 Fox River Trail Runners Circuit.
REGISTER EARLY
Early Bird Registration is available through August 31, 2023. After September 1 fees increase by $5. Shirts are limited and sizing only guaranteed to participants who register before August 31. The Race Committee will do its best to provide shirts for all paying participants, but sizing may be limited. After October 3, pricing increases to $40 through Race Day. Register early and save up to $10.
THE RACE FEE INCLUDES A LONG-SLEEVE DRY-FIT SHIRT AND GOODIE BAG - WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!
TEAM REGISTRATION - Save Money - Grab Your Friends - Create A Team
Groups of four or more may register as a "team" and save $5 off individual registration. Team participants receive the same shirts as individual runners, although for an additional $10 per team member, they can have their team name added to their race shirt sleeve. At least four team members must add the $10 add-on fee, and registration must be completed on or before September 1, 2023, to allow ample time to customize and order shirts.
TIMING, AWARDS, & SAFETY (Certification Code: 5K: IL-06047JW - 10K: IL-13137JW)
The race is chip-timed by Race Time. Each racer's bib will hold a QR code that may be scanned post-race to review results. Additionally, race results will be posted to the montgomeryil.org website within 24 hours of race completion.
Splits will be given at every mile. An overhead digital clock will be located at the finish line. The race will be chip-timed. Water stations and first aid are available on the course.
Age Groups and Award Categories
Awards will be given to the top male and female runners in the 5K & the 10K and to the top three runners in each age bracket. The awards ceremony will take place outside (weather permitting) in front of Village Hall at approximately 10A (subject to the last runners finishing the race).
9 & under
10- 14
15- 19
20- 29
30- 39
40- 49
50- 59
60- 69
70 & Over
PACKET PICKUP
Thursday, October 5, from 8 AM - 7 PM and Friday, October 6, from 8 AM - 4:30 PM at the Village of Montgomery, 200 N. River St., at the Utility Billing Counter (upper level). Please note that ALL race packets are by individual's last names, regardless of whether you are on a team. Additionally, runners may pick up their packets on Saturday before the race between 8-8:30A.
ROUTE INFORMATION
COURSE MAP River Run Course Map (PDF)
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
You are the key to our success! If you are interested or know of someone interested in volunteering, please click on the Volunteer link on this site or email RiverRun@montgomeryil.org.
Volunteer Opportunities include Race Day Registration, Water Station Volunteers, Course Marshalls, and Post-Race Refreshments.
2022 PROFESSIONAL EVENT IMAGES
RACE RESULTS - OCTOBER 1, 2022
A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR 2023 SPONSORS:
Montgomery Place Apartments
Timken Aurora Bearing
Ozinga
Lyon Metal
Mickey, Wilson, Weiler, Renzi, Lenert, & Julien, P.C.
RK Keck Pipe & Supply
The Lakone Company
FRIENDS OF THE RIVER
Coffman Truck Sales
Feece Oil
Frank Marshall Electric
Speer Financial
Waubonsee Community College
Interested in becoming a River Run Sponsor in 2023?
Contact the Village of Montgomery at communications@montgomeryil.org for more information, or view our 2023 Sponsorship Opportunities here.