Chili Chase 5K Run and Kids Pepper Dash
About this race
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Run, don't walk, and join us for the 2026 Chili Chase 5K & Kids Pepper Dash in person!
A family-friendly 5K run and dash in which the proceeds will go to support the Community Interfaith Food Pantry. This has become a favorite addition to the Annual Belleville Chili Cook-off. Start your day with a fun run and then celebrate at the cook-off with great food and entertainment.
The 5K Race will begin promptly at 9:00 AM, and the Kids Pepper Dash will follow once all 5K participants have finished.
THE T‑SHIRT REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS SEPTEMBER 20, 2026.
This event is rain or shine — NO REFUNDS.
Join fellow runners on October 10, 2026 for the Chili Chase 5K Run and Kids Pepper Dash. It's a fantastic 5K, Kids Pepper Dash (12 & under) featuring a flat and fast course in Belleville.
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Running
Chili Chase 5K
The Chili Chase 5K is open to any Age that would like to Run/Walk the entire 5K course. The 5K will start promptly at 9am
Kids Pepper Dash (12 & under)
This event is open to all kids 12 and under who are just not quite ready to run/walk a full 5K. They will dash down Main Street from Church Street to Charles and back. All participants will receive a medal. The Kids Pepper Dash will begin after all 5K participants have finished (approximately 10am)
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About Belleville
Chili Chase 5K Run and Kids Pepper Dash takes place in Belleville, Illinois, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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