Spring is always an exciting time of year if you love participating in 5K runs, with pleasant weather, a packed schedule of races in the Belleville area, and plenty of opportunities to raise money for great causes while you run. Whether you're interested in training to set a personal best or prefer a more leisurely pace, there's sure to be a 5K run/walk near Belleville homes for sale with your name on it this spring. Our real estate agents have all of the details on 4 upcoming Belleville-area 5K races for you to enjoy, just in time for all of your spring running plans.

• Lucky Leprechaun 5K and Kids Rainbow Dash – Main St., Belleville, IL 62220
  The Lucky Leprechaun 5K and Kids Rainbow Dash is the perfect way to kick off your St. Patrick's Day festivities this year, with a 5K run scheduled to conclude right before the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade and Block Party. Enjoy a run on the morning of March 16, 2024, with a route that starts and ends at Union United Methodist Church. There will also be a 50-yard Kids Rainbow Dash as part of the event.

• Eckert's Belleville Farm Wine Run 5k – 951 S. Green Mt Rd., Belleville, IL 62220
  Does a lovely glass of wine sound like the perfect way to cap off your next 5K event? Then you won't want to miss the Eckert's Belleville Farm Wine Run 5k, which takes place on the beautiful farm on April 6, 2024, and includes plenty of fun extras for anyone who loves wine. In addition to the wine you'll enjoy after the race, you'll go home with a special collapsible wine glass and a finisher's medal that doubles as a stylish coaster.

• Race for Love 5K – 701 College Rd., Lebanon, IL 62254
  Every year, students from the Sports Management program at McKendree University stage a 5K event as part of a class project, with the students choosing the non-profit that benefits. This year's Race for Love 5K benefits the Love You More Foundation, which supports families dealing with childhood tumors. Raise money for a great cause and support local students with this race that takes place on April 13, 2024, on the McKendree University campus in Lebanon.

• Law Day Run – 123 E. Main St., Belleville, IL 62220
  The 21st annual Law Day Run is a great event put on by the Belleville Running Club and St. Clair Bar Association on May 4, 2024, with tons of prizes and family-friendly activities tied to the race. In addition to the run, there will be Mexican cuisine for Cinco de Mayo, a children's activity area including a bounce house, a live DJ, and fun prizes for race finishers.

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