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Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual

Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual

Charleston's Tour De Charleston offers a scenic loop through Illinois countryside, celebrating its 10th year.

Race Date

Jun 13, 2026

Location

Charleston, IL

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Location
Charleston, Illinois
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 25 Miles, 50 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Road
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

PR Friendly

Atmosphere

Party FinishGreat Post RaceWell Supported

Course

Fast Flat

The Experience

The 10th Annual Tour De Charleston invites runners to explore the scenic routes of Charleston and the surrounding central Illinois countryside. This well-established event, now in its tenth year, offers a refreshing escape into the heartland.

The course is designed as a loop, primarily on paved roads, with minimal elevation changes, making it a potentially fast and forgiving route for participants. Aid stations and water are provided along the way, ensuring support for all runners.

Post-race festivities include a Beer Garden at Mike & Stan's, featuring live music presented by The Charleston Chamber of Commerce. Runners can also enjoy lunch specials from local eateries, creating a true community celebration.

Race-provided description

We are excited to be hosting the 10th Annual Tour De Charleston. Ride Information: The 3 race routes: 12.5 miles, 25 miles, and 50 miles.  Scenic routes throughout Charleston and the surrounding central Illinois countryside.  Timed Rides – Overall winner in each race; there will be a male and female plus first and second place awards for all age divisions. We will have bananas and water stations along race route... If you are interested in ordering a 10th Annual Tour De Charleston T-shirt, that option is offered when you register.  No gasoline-powered motorized bikes will be allowed. Battery assisted electric bikes known as E-Bikes are allowed, although, E-Bike participants are ineligible for medals.   We will have a Beer Garden post-race celebration at Mike & Stan’s with a live band presented by The Charleston Chamber of Commerce.  Shawn Dawson entertains us from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm.  Please grab a to go meal from one of our restaurants on the square and meet us at Mike & Stan's, bring your lawn chairs and relax, rest and enjoy the afternoon in beautiful Charleston Illinois. Our local Restaurants having lunch specials are as follows: Juanito's Bar & Grill, Wb's Pub and Grub & Roc's Blackfront Tavern & Grill. Juanito's    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091305152616 WB's Pub and Grill   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057104536026  Roc's Blackfront Tavern & Grill    https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=roc%27s%20blackfront%20tavern%20%26%20gril Check out our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/CharlestonAreaChamber for other activities in and around our area.  Spend the weekend with us in historic Coles County, Illinois.  Course If you would like to view the course routes, you can see them here: 50 Mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55122101 25 Mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55122109 12.5 Mile: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55122112 Age groups for awards 18 and under 19 to 29 30 to 39 40 to 49 50 to 59 60 to 69 70 and over Packet Pickup Early Sign-In is Preferred: 9:00 am- 6:00 pm, Friday, June 12, 2026, at the Charleston Chamber, 501 Jackson Ave, Charleston IL 61920. Saturday, 7:00 am to 8:30 am, June 13, 2026, at the lobby of city building, City of Charleston, 520 Jackson Ave, Charleston IL 61920.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Start Time

9:30 AM

Start Location

520 Jackson Ave, Charleston, IL, 61920

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

road

Scenery

Rural

Surface

Paved

Difficulty

Ultra-Flat

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

25 Miles50 Miles

Course Map

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details5/15

3 timing sources

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather0/10

typical high 83°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

64°

Afternoon (High)

83°

Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration

0.1"

Precipitation

11 mph

Wind

65%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual?

The Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual is held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM.

Where does the Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual take place?

It takes place in Charleston, Illinois.

What distances does the Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 25 Miles, 50 Miles.

Is the Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual course flat and good for a PR?

The Tour De Charleston - 10th Annual is a ultra-flat, loop course course.

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