Race to the North Pole
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Event details
The St. Nicholas Brewing Co. Race to the North Pole takes place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, in Chester, Illinois. The event location is 111 Ferry St, Chester, IL 62233. The entry fee is $20. Registration is open through the event date.
Course and awards
Participants complete the same route three times, running from the St. Nicholas landmark on the riverfront up to the Randolph County Courthouse on the bluff. The course gains almost 700 feet of elevation over about 2.5 miles. All proceeds benefit the Randolph County Humane Society. All finishers receive a free St. Nicholas Brewing Co. craft beer or a soft drink after the event. Prizes are awarded to the top three male and top three female finishers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.