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Armed Forces Day: America's Kids Run + Run the Rock 5K/10K

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Rock Island, Illinois, United States

calendar_today 16 May, 2026

directions_run Running

sell $35.00

About the Event

Join us for an action-packed weekend celebrating Armed Forces Day at the Rock Island Arsenal! The kids' races (100 yard dash, 1/2 mile, 1 mile, and 2 mile) will take place on Friday evening, with the 5K and 10K on Saturday morning. This flat, fast course is perfect for chasing a personal best, set against the historic backdrop of the Rock Island Arsenal and the scenic Mississippi River.

Part of a full weekend of Armed Forces Day activities, including live music, food, vendors, military displays, a car show, and fireworks, Run the Rock is a fun, community-focused way to honor and support our armed forces while making memories with every step!

Don’t miss out—register today and be part of the celebration!

Races Offered

Run the Rock

May 16, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

timer

09:00

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$35.00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Rock Island.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 12.0° / 23.8°

wb_sunny 9.5° / 21.7°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 12.0 /

water_drop 61.0%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 12.0° / 23.8°

wb_sunny 9.5° / 21.7°

air 12.0 km/h

water_drop 61.0%

About Rock Island

Learn more about the host city, Rock Island.

Rock Island is one of the Quad Cities in Western Illinois. Downtown Rock Island has art galleries and theaters, nightclubs and coffee shops, and restaurants of all flavors. Golf courses, parks, a casino, botanical center, marina, historic tours, bike paths, and festivals offer entertainment opportunities.