Olney, IL
Race Details
2026 Father Jerry 5K
2026 Father Jerry 5K is an upcoming race scheduled for Sat, Aug 15 2026 in Olney, IL (America/Chicago timezone).
Register
- 2026-08-15
Race Date
- Open
Registration Status
- Olney, IL
Location
Event Schedule
Here is the latest schedule of events:
| Name | Distance | Type | Price | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 5K | running_race | $35.00 | 8/15/2026 08:00 |
| 5K – RC Youth Reg. | 5K | running_race | $0.00 | 8/15/2026 08:00 |
| 1 Mile Fun Run | 1 Miles | running_race | $20.00 | 8/15/2026 08:00 |
2026 Father Jerry 5K Race Details
The latest details from your Race Directors:
The 12th Annual Father Jerry 5K will take place on Saturday, August 15th at Musgrove Park. The 5K race start is 8 AM and the Fun Run will follow. Over the years, the FJ5K has become one of the largest 5K races in Southeastern Illinois with 200-300 participants each year. Our goal is to fill Musgrove Park with runners, walkers, and first time fun runners once again.
Registered participants will receive:– A one-of-a-kind 2026 FJ5K t-shirt– A race bib with chip timing (for 5K runners)– Post race awards for overall and age group– Finisher's medal (for Fun Run participants)– Post race snacks and drinks
* The guaranteed t-shirt cutoff date is July 26th at 11:59 PM. Please be registered by this date to guarantee you will receive a race shirt!
* The first 125 Richland County youth registrants are FREE!
* EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION- prices go up after Sunday, July 26th. Get registered early and save!
We look forward to seeing you on August 15th!
“We do this to remember his energy, enthusiasm, strength, & love for being active. May his example lead us to keep moving, doing good deeds for others, living the faithful good life, and always…walking or running…humbly.” In loving memory of Father Jerome Wirth 1941-2013.
Race Date
(America/Chicago timezone)