2026 Stars & Stripes
Expected Race Date
~Jun 2026
Date not yet announced — this is when the race usually runs.
Location
Hoffman Estates, IL
Quick facts
- Date
- around June 2026 (expected)
- Location
- Hoffman Estates, Illinois
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
The Experience
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Logistics
Race Day
around June 2026 (expected)
Start Time
TBA
Start Location
Hoffman Estates, IL
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Quality Score
Solid Pick482 years running
~451 finishers a year
growing or steady
14% returning runners
limited extras
runners from 22 states
winner 1:20:38
typical high 83°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
66°
Afternoon (High)
83°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.2"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
70%
Humidity
Frequently asked
When is the 2026 Stars & Stripes?
The 2026 Stars & Stripes hasn't announced its next date yet, but it typically takes place around June 2026 (expected).
Where does the 2026 Stars & Stripes take place?
It takes place in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
What distances does the 2026 Stars & Stripes offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2026 Stars & Stripes course flat and good for a PR?
The 2026 Stars & Stripes is a rolling hills, loop course course.
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