Get Your Kicks 5k & Fun Run
Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Route 66 at the CAH&C Auxiliary Get Your Kicks 5K & Fun Run on Saturday, September 12, 2026! Start your morning with a family-friendly ½ Mile Fun Run at 8:00 a.m., followed by the 5K at 8:30 a.m., all beginning at Carlinville Area Hospital & Clinics (20733 N. Broad Street, Carlinville, IL).
The mostly flat 5K course begins along the scenic CAH&C Wellness Path before winding through Carlinville's quiet streets and the beautiful grounds of the Macoupin County Historical Society's Anderson Mansion. Whether you're an experienced runner, casual walker, or cheering on family and friends, you'll enjoy a fun-filled morning celebrating wellness, community, and the spirit of Route 66.
Your participation directly supports the Carlinville Area Hospital & Clinics Auxiliary, whose mission is to enhance local healthcare through projects and initiatives that benefit our patients, staff, and communities. Register by August 21 to guarantee your official Get Your Kicks 5K & Fun Run t-shirt. Awards will be presented to the Overall Top Male and Overall Top Female, as well as the top male and female finishers in the following age divisions: Under 10, 10–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+.
Come celebrate a century of the Mother Road with us and discover why The Road That Connects Us is more than just a tagline. It's the communities we proudly serve.
