Illinois State Fair Parade Run

The Illinois State Fair Parade Run is a 2-mile (3.2 km) road race in Springfield, in Sangamon County, Illinois, starting at 5 p.m. on August 5, 2027. Linked to the Illinois State Fair festivities, it is one of the fair's sporting events.

The course runs through the streets of Springfield, the state capital, rich in sites tied to the history of Abraham Lincoln. Short and accessible, the race appeals to a broad audience looking to join in the festive fair atmosphere while staying active, and its format makes it easy for lightly trained runners and families to take part.