SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • 7 a.m. for 26, 13.1 and 20 • 7:10 a.m. for 5K • ST CHARLES IL
     

Fox Valley Marathon Races

September 17, 2023

7 a.m. (13.1+)
7:10 a.m. (5K)

Start Line Location: 1st St. and Illinois St., St. Charles IL

2023 Course Map

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About the Fox Valley Marathon Races

Join us for the Fox Valley Marathon, Half Marathon and Fall Final 20™ and the Fox Valley 5K! The Fox Valley Marathon Races has been one of the premier fall running events in Chicagoland since 2010.

Combining small race atmosphere with big race amenities, the Fox Valley Marathon is an ideal marathon for both veterans looking for a fast course to qualify for the Boston Marathon as well as first time marathoners looking for an uncrowded, supportive, family-friendly race setting.

Whether you’re looking for a last shot at Boston Qualification, to augment your training for another fall marathon, or for a hassle-free, fun, picturesque and fully supported race day, the four courses wind along flat, tree lined roads and paths overlooking the scenic Fox River.

The Fox Valley Marathon Races are the right races for the right reason for the right person – YOU.  Starting and ending in historic downtown St Charles, IL, the course winds through picturesque Geneva, Batavia, and North Aurora to a spectacular finish across the Fox River that can be seen from over a mile away.  The course offers fantastic viewing spots for families and supporters, as well as frequent and well positioned aid stations that are staffed by the most supportive volunteer teams of any race you’ve run.

Be sure to register early!

Event Information

Packet Pickup:

See complete information for Packet Pickup.

 

Race Shirts:

All registrations include a gender specific long sleeve race shirt, while supplies last.

Finisher Medals: 

Race specific medals will be given to all race finishers who complete the course within the (6 hour marathon) course closing deadline.

 

 

Prize Money:

The Fox Valley Marathon is not offering prize money.
“The journey is the reward” ~ Chinese Proverb

Awards:

All awards are based on age on race day.

 

Full Marathon and Half Marathon
Overall awards will be available for the full and half marathon as follows:
  • Female: 1st – 3rd place
  • Male: 1st– 3rd place

In addition, awards will be given to the top 10% of male and female runners in the following categories:
24 and under, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.

 

Fall Final 20™
Awards will be available for the Fall Final 20™ as follows:

  • Female, 1st– 3rd place
  • Male, 1st– 3rd place

Note:
Since the Fall Final 20™ is designed as a training run for your upcoming marathon, age group awards will not be offered.

 

Fox Valley 5K
Overall awards will be available for Fox Valley 5K as follows:
  • Female: 1st – 3rd place
  • Male: 1st– 3rd place

In addition, awards will be given to the top 10% of male and female runners in the following categories:
14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+.

Runner Guides

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Contact Us

General
info@fv26.com

Mailing Address
Fox Valley Marathon
PO Box 3955
St. Charles, IL 60174

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About the Fox Valley Marathon Races

Combining small race atmosphere with big race amenities, the Fox Valley Marathon, Half Marathon, and Fall Final 20 are ideal for both veterans looking for a fast race, as well as first timers looking for an uncrowded, supportive, family-friendly race setting. Starting and ending in historic downtown St Charles, IL, the course winds through picturesque Geneva, Batavia, North Aurora, and Aurora to a spectacular finish across the Fox River that can be seen from over a mile away. The course offers fantastic viewing spots for families and supporters, as well as frequent and well positioned aid stations that are staffed by the most supportive volunteer teams of any race you’ve run.

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