Very FLAT....Very FAST!  Start naer the U of I's State Farm Center.  Follow the flat, tree-lined streets, run through parks historic downtown and finish on the 50 Yard Line of Memorial Stadium!

Illinois Marathon

Human Interest Story

Joe Seely has inspired people with behind the scenes ambassador work with running and soccer. Lately, his inspiration comes from his battle against leukemia. Joe has been called "the technician behind the scenes" of the Illinois Marathon

Not Your Average Joe

Post-Race Review/ Results

Race organizers planned more to treat heat illness for the Illinois Marathon in March when it was 85 degrees. Little did they expect the cold weather to be the biggest factor in Saturday's events.

Illinois Marathon Organizers Say Race Went Smoothly; Biggest Issue Was The Cold

the race director is very good at her job

Public Ivy U of I did an Ivy League marathon.

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results