- Feb 28th, 2026
Stay dry while you complete a tri at the Neal Center YMCA!
This event will allow participants to complete a triathlon without ever jumping in a pool! This three legged race is comprised of a 10 minute row on our Concept II Rowers, a 20 minute bike ...
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 - Jul 18th, 2026
The Mattoon Area Family YMCA will host the 38th annual Run for the Bagel on Saturday, July 19, 2025!
ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL END 7/18/25 AT 9:00PM. AFTER THIS, YOU MUST REGISTER IN HOUSE ON RACE DAY(5:30-6:15am)
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 - Mar 21st, 2026
The Purple Paw 5K is sponsored annually by the Jackson High School Interact Club, an extension of the Jackson Rotary Club. Participants may run a 5K or participate in a 1-mile fun run/walk.
Runners/walkers may run with or without a...
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 - Mar 31st, 2026
Bad Parenting is Here to Test Your (Lack of) Skills!Ever wondered what it would be like to raise a virtual hellion? Or maybe you secretly suspect your own parenting could use a… shake-up? Well, buckle up, because Bad Parenting, the delightful...
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 - May 25th, 2026
On Memorial Day we take time to "remember" those who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. Come join us for a casual stroll, a steady jog or an all-out race from Lynwood Baptist Church, up KFVS hill and into Cape Girardeau County Park North onto ...
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 - Feb 14th, 2026
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Celebrate love and fitness this Valentine’s Day with our charming Valentine's Run! Whether you’re running solo, with a partner, or with friends, this event is all about spreading love and joy. Enjoy a scenic route adorned w...
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 - Jan 17th, 2026
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Join in our annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Run! Today, we gather to honor the legacy of Dr. King and his enduring commitment to justice, equality, and peace. As we lace up our shoes and hit the pavement, let’s reflect on his p...
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 - Nov 26th, 2026
Start your holiday off on the right foot! Join us for our annual Bare Bones 3 or 5-Mile Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning alongside your family, friends, and community members. This will be the perfect start to the day without the frills of a big ...
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 - Apr 25th, 2026
THE NAUVOO MARATHON IS MORE THAN JUST A MARATHON
It is a celebration of faith, endurance, and the pioneer spirit. Live music, themed celebrations, and a welcoming community will greet runners along the course and at the finish line.
This event is a ...
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 - Feb 7th, 2026
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ðŸÂ‡ðŸÂŽ Gallop Into the New Year! ðŸÂŽðŸÂ‡âœ¨ Step into the Year of the Horse with purpose, ...
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