Join a beloved Illinois tradition at the 43rd Annual Kelly's Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, March 15, 2026, a festive 5K starting at 9:30 AM from the iconic Kelly's Restaurant in Quincy. This spirited community event, founded to honor the late St. Patrick's Day enthusiast Tom Daly, uniquely welcomes both two-legged and four-legged participants with dedicated timing categories for dogs. Prizes await top human finishers, the best costumes, and the fastest pups, making it a perfect family and pet-friendly kickoff to the holiday.
Embrace the playful challenge of catching the course leprechaun to win a free YMCA membership, then celebrate with the Kelly's Crew at the post-race party. With affordable pricing that increases after February 28th, early registration ensures your spot in this heartwarming mix of friendly competition, charitable spirit, and genuine community camaraderie on the banks of the Mississippi.
Mar 15, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
09:30
$28.74
Mar 15, 2026
Distance — 5km
Type — Running
09:30
Free
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Quincy.
Learn more about the host city, Quincy.
Quincy is a small city of 40,000 in Adams County, Western Illinois. It is near the westernmost point in Illinois on the Mississippi River, and is home to some of the most impressive historic architecture in the region.
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