Description
2016 Fat Ass 5K and Street Party:
The 2016 Fat Ass 5K was held on Saturday May 7, 2016 in downtown Springfield, Illinois, next to the Old State Capitol.
It features a donut stop, a corndog stop, an ice cream stop, a beer stop (must be 21 for the beer) and entertainment throughout the event as well as afterwards.
4500 people are expected for the event this year. Register online at www.fatass5k.com.
Course Info
Mostly flat course, starts at 6th and Adams in Downtown Springfield, Illinois, and includes 2 loops with food stops and entertainment at multiple intersections.
Loads of fun!
Directions
From the Northeast: Take I-55 south to Springfield, exit at MP 98 (Clear Lake Avenue), and proceed West to downtown (about 3 miles).
From the Southwest: Take I-55 north to Springfield, exit at MP 92 (6th Street), and proceed North to downtown (about 3 miles)
From the West: Take I-72 East to the 6th Street exit, and proceed North to downtown (about 3 miles).
From the East: Take I-72 West and continue directly onto Clear Lake Avenue. Follow West about 3 miles to downtown Springfield.