Start making plans to participate in what has fast become a season opener for running events in the Galena area. The trail is easily accessible with good parking and a fun trip to add to your running calendar. Here’s what you need to know:
The Kiwanis Club of Galena is hosting its 7th annual River Trail Run, April 18, 2026. This year funds will be used to develop grants that will be awarded to organizations that support the children of the Galena community. Additional information for the grant application can be found on the Galena Kiwanis website; Kiwanisclubofgalena.com
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026 Race Distances 5K & 10K, Start Time, Registration Timeline, & Cost:
-5K Run-walk, start time 10:00 a.m., & 10k run, start time 10:10 a.m. – – Registration & Cost: Early Bird Nov. 17 to Dec. 31 ($35), Jan.1 to Feb. 28, ($40), March 1 to April 17 ($45), and day of race ($50). Location: Galena River Trail, 91 Bouthillier St., Galena, IL 61036 (under bridge) –Age Groups: 12 and under, 13-18,19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 +
Awards: All age groups will have male and female medal winners for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for the 5K and 10K run. Runners in the 12 & under who do not medal (1st-3rd) will receive a ribbon. Packet Hand Outs and T-Shirts: Participants can pick up their race packets (t-shirts, chips, race information, etc.) on Friday, April 17, from 4-6:00 p.m., and Saturday, April 18, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. There will be a tent under the bridge for runners to pick up their packet at Depot Park.
Participants must be registered by April 6, to guarantee a t-shirt. –Registration: Runners may register online using QR Code or https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Galena/GalenaKiwanisRiverTrailRun
-Additional Information: Kiwnaisclubofgalena.com, Kiwanis Club Facebook -Questions: Contact Bernie Ferry, at bernieferry@gmail.com
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