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The 40th running of the Steamboat Classic 4 Mile, 15 Kilometer, and 4 Kilometer Races will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2013 in downtown Peoria, IL.

The Steamboat Classic has been known as the "World's Fastest Four Miles,“ "Illinois Toughest 15K,“ and “Peoria's Easiest 4K,” these running events will be open and cater to runners and walkers of all ability levels.

For race participants:

Packet pick-up is on Friday, June 14th from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the RiverPlex Recreation & Wellness Center located on 600 NE Water Street, Peoria, IL.
The Steamboat Classic will offer limited packet pick-up on Race Day, Saturday, June 15, from 5:00am-6:30am on, at the Gateway Building. No last-minute Race Day entries!

All registered participants will receive the official Steamboat Classic event T-Shirt and poster. After completing the race, finishers will be treated to refreshments at the Post-Race Party at Festival Park.

For more information on the 40th Annual Steamboat Classic, log online to www.steamboatclassic.org.