Run the River for Respect 5K
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (September 27, 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
About
Join the LaSalle County Sheriff's Office for the Run the River for Respect 5K at Heritage Harbor in Ottawa, Illinois. Open to everyone from casual joggers to serious runners, the race follows a certified, timed 5K course. Proceeds benefit Special Olympics Illinois, which supports athletes with intellectual disabilities. Expect a lively atmosphere with a DJ on hand. Registration fees vary, and early registrants can snag an exclusive race shirt.
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