Run for the Bagel - Mattoon, Illinois - Running

The Run for the Bagel is a Running race in Mattoon, Illinois consisting of a 10K and 5K.

This early morning race allows you to beat the heat of the day and finishes in time for you to catch the Bagelfest parade downtown. You will follow a flat and partially shaded path with a few water stations along the route.

This year's run will feature at 5K walk/run and a 10K run. Medals will be given to the top 3 finishers in each age/gender division for both the 5K and the 10K. Choose from the 5K walk/run or the 10K run which both begin at 6:30am

The course is a flat and partially shaded path with bagels at the finish line. This early morning start time will help you beat the heat of the day plus will allow you time to enjoy the Bagelfest parade. Both races will be chip timed and official results will be recorded. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each age/gender division for both the 5K and 10K.