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Be a Hero 5K
Urbana, Illinois · Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 5K
Official race page & registration ↗Be a Hero 5K takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Urbana, Illinois. The race is run over 5K. For anyone travelling in, Champaign is about 5 miles away and Indianapolis is about 109 miles away.
It is one of 188 races on the Illinois calendar that October. At $25, entry is about typical for an Illinois 5K, where the median is $25.
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Location
- Urbana, Illinois
- Distances
- 5K
- Entry fee
- from $25
Listing from the 2026 race calendar, refreshed nightly. Details can change: confirm date and entry on the official race page before travelling. Spot an error? Tell us here.
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Common questions
When is Be a Hero 5K?
Be a Hero 5K is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Where is Be a Hero 5K held?
Be a Hero 5K is held in Urbana, Illinois. It is about 5 miles from Champaign and 109 miles from Indianapolis.
What distances does Be a Hero 5K offer?
The listed distances are 5K.
How much does Be a Hero 5K cost?
Entry is listed from $25. Check the official race page for the current price, which usually rises closer to race day.
How do I register for Be a Hero 5K?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
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