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DeKalb Corn Classic 10K & 5K

Sun, Sep 28 , 2025 • 8:15am

Van Buer Plaza, DeKalb, IL 60115

Join one of Northern Illinois’ best races! ​

​Beginning and ending in Downtown DeKalb, the route will take runners through historical neighborhoods, along the Kishwaukee River via Prairie Park, through NIU’s campus and Huskie Stadium and end in Van Buer Plaza with a post-race celebration!

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Hotel at Holmes

DeKalb

Located in the center of campus, the Hotel at Holmes offers the convenience of meeting spaces, restaurants, recreation, and more—all under one roof. We are also…

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Hampton Inn & Suites - DeKalb

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Located just moments from Northern Illinois University, with easy access to I-88 and the Historic Lincoln Highway (Route 38), the Hampton Inn hotel in DeKalb, IL,…

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Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb

DeKalb

Red Roof Inn & Suites DeKalb offers free WiFi, flat screen TVs, iron & ironing boards, hairdryers, and coffee in all rooms. The inn also features…

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