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4th of July Farmers Market 5K

Mount Carroll, Illinois, United States

calendar_today 04 Jul, 2026

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sell $40.00

About the Event

Join us on July 4th in historic Mt. Carroll, Illinois for the 4th of July Farmers Market 5k, a 5K that blends small‑town charm, a touch of gothic atmosphere, and the energy of a summer Farmers Market morning.

The race starts and finishes at the farmers market, right in the heart of Mt. Carroll’s beautiful historic district. Runners will head up Market Street past vintage storefronts and the Farmers Market area before climbing to Oak Hill Cemetery overlooking the town.

From there, the course follows a quiet back path along the rear of the cemetery, with peaceful views and a true “spirits” moment, before looping back through town on neighborhood streets and returning to the farmers market for the finish.

This is a relaxed, community‑focused event — perfect for runners, walkers, and anyone who loves exploring Illinois’ hidden‑gem towns.

Run from bar → cemetery → bar, enjoy your post‑run celebration and soak in the history, scenery, and stories of Mt. Carroll.

Races Offered

4th of July Farmers Market 5k

Jul 04, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

timer

08:00

sell

$40.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Mount Carroll.

thermostat Temperature

16.9° / 27.6°

wb_sunny Feels like

16.1° / 27.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 58m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.1 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

11.3 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

66.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:24

nightlight Sunset

20:36

About Mount Carroll

Learn more about the host city, Mount Carroll.

Mount Carroll is a city in the Illinois Driftless Area and the county seat of Carroll County. Founded around 1841, the community was home to the short-lived Mount Carroll Seminary, which later became Shimer College and is today known for its Victorian homes and large downtown, which is part of the larger Mount Carroll Historic District. Much like Galena and Savannah, nearby towns with strong tourist economies, Mount Carroll embraces its heritage and prominently marks its historic properties.