Running races in or near Newark, IL
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Newark, IL area. Races listed here include both walking and running events of various distances — from 1-milers, to 5Ks, to marathons, and everything else in between.
Puzzle Palooza - Family Edition
Organization: Oswegoland Park District
Date of Race: 04-18-2026
Description: DescriptionEnjoy a cozy fun-filled event for all ages! Teams of 2-4 ...
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Puzzle Palooza - Adult Edition
Organization: Oswegoland Park District
Date of Race: 02-25-2026
Description: DescriptionEscape the winter chill and enjoy a night of puzzling fun ...
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Duck Discovery Day
Organization: Forest Preserve District of Will County
Date of Race: 01-17-2026
Description: DescriptionDid you know winter is a good ...
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Life in the Winter
Organization: Forest Preserve District of Will County
Date of Race: 12-23-2025
Description: DescriptionIt may be tempting to hunker down ...
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Mighty Mites Flag Football
Organization: Oswegoland Park District
Date of Race: 02-10-2026
Description: DescriptionFuture athletes will learn basic football skills including passing, receiving, running, ...
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Mighty Mites Flag Football
Organization: Oswegoland Park District
Date of Race: 01-07-2026
Description: DescriptionFuture athletes will learn basic football skills including passing, receiving, running, ...
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Mighty Mites Flag Football
Organization: Oswegoland Park District
Date of Race: 01-07-2026
Description: DescriptionFuture athletes will learn basic football skills including passing, receiving, running, ...
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Mighty Mites Flag Football
Organization: Oswegoland Park District
Date of Race: 02-10-2026
Description: DescriptionFuture athletes will learn basic football skills including passing, receiving, running, ...
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Mighty Mites Flag Football
Organization: Oswegoland Park District
Date of Race: 01-07-2026
Description: DescriptionFuture athletes will learn basic football skills including passing, receiving, running, ...
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Mighty Mites Flag Football
Organization: Oswegoland Park District
Date of Race: 02-10-2026
Description: DescriptionFuture athletes will learn basic football skills including passing, receiving, running, ...
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Radio Play: D.O.A.
Organization: Oswegoland Park District
Date of Race: 02-28-2026
Description: DescriptionBusinessman Frank Bigelow has a problem—he’s been poisoned and has just ...
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Radio Play: D.O.A.
Organization: Oswegoland Park District
Date of Race: 02-28-2026
Description: DescriptionBusinessman Frank Bigelow has a problem—he’s been poisoned and has just ...
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Radio Play: D.O.A.
Organization: Oswegoland Park District
Date of Race: 02-28-2026
Description: DescriptionBusinessman Frank Bigelow has a problem—he’s been poisoned and has just ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Newark, IL: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Newark
Newark (IL) is a village in Kendall County with an estimated population of 992.[4]
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