Run for the Bagel

The Run for the Bagel is an annual running event held in Mattoon, Illinois, hosted by the Mattoon Area Family YMCA. The 38th edition is scheduled for July 19, 2025. Participants can choose between a 5K run/walk or a 10K race, with a virtual option also available.

The race supports the YMCA’s Membership for All scholarship fund, making it a community-focused event. Packet pickup is available the day before and the morning of the race at the YMCA. The event promises a memorable race experience in a welcoming atmosphere, with the starting line located near the KC Summers Toyota building at 19th & Broadway. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.