Run for the Bagel
About this race
CELEBRATE BAGELFEST AT RUN FOR THE BAGEL!
Join us for Mattoon’s favorite tradition! The 39th annual Run for the Bagel will be held on Saturday, July 18th. Participants choose to walk or run 5k or 10k distances that wind through Lytle Park & around Mattoon. Celebrate with Lender’s Bagels at the finish line! All registrations prior to June 28th are guaranteed a race shirt.
RACE INFO
Saturday, July 18, 2026
6:30 a.m.
KC Summers Toyota
REGISTRATION INFO
Registration: $35
Race Day Registration: $40
Virtual Race: $40
Parking is available at YMCA, Train Depot, and in Downtown Mattoon.
Awards are presented to:
Overall Male/Female finishers
Gender/age group- Top 3
Pick your distance
Running
5k
10k
One Mile Fun Run
Virtual 5k
Shipping fee is included within the registration for finisher's medal/swag.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 1 year of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Mattoon.
About Mattoon
Run for the Bagel takes place in Mattoon, Illinois, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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