Galena River Trail Run
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Event overview
The Kiwanis Club of Galena is hosting the 7th annual Galena Kiwanis River Trail Run on April 18, 2026, at Depot Park, 91 Bouthillier Street, Galena, IL 61036. Proceeds will be used to develop grants for organizations that support children in the Galena community. The event is scheduled to proceed rain or shine; race directors may cancel for dangerous conditions such as lightning or severe flooding.
Packet pick-up is available Friday, April 17, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday, April 18, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., at a tent under the bridge at Depot Park. All registrations are final; there are no refunds. Online registration closes April 16, 2026 at midnight. T-shirt availability is not guaranteed for registrations after April 6, 2026.
Course, distances, registration, and awards
The course uses the Galena River Trail, a forested trail beginning at Depot Park adjacent to the old Galena Depot Railroad Station. The out-and-back route runs south along the trail and the backwaters of the Mississippi River. The surface is mainly crushed limestone with a few sections of asphalt pavement. The course is primarily flat with a few rolling inclines. Strollers and dogs are not permitted on the racecourse.
- 5K (3.1 miles)
- 10K (6.2 miles)
Registration fees increase by date: $35 (Nov 17–Dec 31, 2025), $40 (Jan 1–Feb 28, 2026), $45 (Mar 1–Apr 17, 2026), and $50 on race day. All registered participants receive a racing shirt, bib number, and pins. Prizes and medals are awarded to overall and age-group finishers; nonmedaling participants age 12 and under receive a ribbon. Refreshments are provided for participants after the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.