Road running

A Giant Summer Kickoff

📅 June 5, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Wilmington · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (June 6, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.

Available distances

4.1 mi

About

A Giant Summer Kickoff in Wilmington, Illinois, is a 4.1-mile (6.6 km) race on legendary Route 66, held on June 5, 2027, at 10:00 a.m. It is the second challenge in the Historic Highway Hustle series.

The race invites athletes to push their limits on a course steeped in history and fueled by a lively community spirit. Runners and walkers compete while taking in the energy of small-town America and the enduring legacy of the famous Mother Road.

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