EVENTS
- Fat Ass 5K Run:- Run 3.1 Miles
RACE DATE
Saturday, May 13, 2017
Location
Near Old State Capitol
Description
_ 2017 Fat Ass 5K and Street Party:
The 2017 Fat Ass 5K was 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. You can sign up for the party afterwards (11am until 3pm), for the 5K or for both (the vast majority do both).
Chip timed, but there are no awards, only fun for everyone involved.
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.
Other Info
Race proceeds go to charity.
Last year over $100K was donated.
Street party with food and beer and cigars starts at 11am, and continues until 3pm.
The Friday evening preview party starts at 7pm with music and entertainment.