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The Joliet Prison Spirits Run

Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 10:00 AM CDT

Location
Joliet, IL
435 E Jackson St, 60432
Featured distance
5K
Type
RUN
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At a glance

Run a one-of-a-kind 5K loop around the iconic historic Joliet Prison, then celebrate with a drink at Crybabies Tap.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Quirky

Great for: casual, fun-first runners

Discover a truly unique 5K experience with The Joliet Prison Spirits Run, circling the historic limestone walls of the old Joliet Correctional Center. This relaxed and fun event welcomes all paces, including walkers, runners, strollers, and first-timers. Part of the Illinois Adventure Series, it offers unforgettable views of a famous landmark on a scenic, flat route. Celebrate history and community, then enjoy a post-run gathering with a complimentary drink at Crybabies Tap. Every participant receives a medal, shirt, and swag.

What to expect

Enjoy a scenic, flat 5K route with wide streets and great visibility.Circle the iconic limestone walls of the historic Joliet Prison.Receive a medal, shirt, swag, and a drink ticket for post-run celebration.

Standout details

  • Run around historic Joliet Prison
  • Part of Illinois Adventure Series
  • Medal, shirt, and swag included
  • Post-run drink ticket

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Easygoing

  • Rolling area

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The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026, for a one‑of‑a‑kind 5K loop around the historic Joliet Prison. We’ll start and finish at Crybabies Tap in Joliet, then head out for a scenic, flat route that circles the iconic limestone walls of the old Joliet Correctional Center. This run is part of the Spirits Run – Illinois Adventure Series, our quest to complete a themed 5K in all 102 counties of Illinois.

This event is fun, relaxed, and open to all paces. Walkers, runners, strollers, and first‑timers are welcome. Every participant receives a medal, shirt, and swag, plus a drink ticket to enjoy back at Crybabies after the run.

The Joliet Prison loop is a perfect 5K with great visibility, wide streets, and unforgettable views of one of Illinois’ most famous landmarks. Come celebrate history, community, and a little bit of adventure with us.

Run first. Celebrate after. Explore Joliet.

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