Partner With Tunnel Hill
A record-setting ultra-distance weekend in Vienna, Illinois, built for brands that want meaningful visibility with serious endurance athletes.
One of the fastest ultra-distance courses in the world.
First run in 2014, Tunnel Hill 100 is an IAU Golden Label 100 Mile and 50 Mile event on the historic Tunnel Hill State Trail in Vienna, Illinois. In 2026, Tunnel Hill hosts the USATF 50 Mile National Championship, and its 100 Mile finish qualifies runners for the 2028 Western States Endurance Run.
The race also offers a certified Marathon, a Boston Marathon qualifier, and 100K.
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The field is focused, loyal, and highly relevant to endurance brands.
A stage for the sport's best
Five world records and two world's-best off-road marks have been run here, most recently Caitriona Jennings' 100-mile world record and Anne Flower's 50-mile world record, both in 2025.
National championship credibility
Tunnel Hill was selected to host the 2026 USATF 50 Mile National Championship, drawing serious, nationally ranked competitive fields.
A dedicated endurance audience
Entrants range from first-time 100-mile finishers to elite, sponsor-relevant athletes, supported by roughly 750 runners and volunteers race weekend.
Built-in media moments
Past champion and American record holder Zach Bitter returns as the Friday-night guest speaker, and the race has been covered by UltraRunning Magazine.
Meaningful reach without big-race noise
Limited field sizes across the 100 Mile, 100K, 50 Mile, and Marathon mean sponsor visibility is not lost in the crowd the way it can be at mass-participation races.
World Records Set at Tunnel Hill
The record table gives sponsors a clear view of the competitive history that makes Tunnel Hill unusually visible inside the ultra-distance world.
| Distance | Record | Athlete | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 Mile (W) | 12:37:04, World Record | Caitriona Jennings | 2025 |
| 50 Mile (W) | 5:18:57, World Record | Anne Flower | 2025 |
| 50 Mile (W) | 5:31:56, World Record | Courtney Olsen | 2024 |
| 50 Mile (M) | 4:48:21, World Record | Charlie Lawrence | 2023 |
| 100 Mile (W) | 12:42:40, World Record | Camille Herron | 2017 |
| 100 Mile (M) | 11:26:19, World's Best off-road | Elov Olsson | 2023 |
| 100 Mile (M) | 12:08:36, World's Best off-road | Zach Bitter | 2018 |
| 100km (W) | 6:59:55, American Record | Courtney Olsen | 2025 |
Records are listed at time of running.
Trusted by National and Regional Brands
Tunnel Hill already partners with a mix of companies and organizations, proof the model works for sponsors of every size.
Official Shoe Sponsor
adidas
So iLL Racing
Colson Photography
City of Vienna
Illinois
Johnson County, IL
West Kentucky Runners Club
River to River Runners Club
Squirrel Nut Butter
Tailwind
Donation Partner
The race also directs runner donations to Arrowleaf, a Southern Illinois nonprofit supporting behavioral health and community services, an established cause-partnership model that new sponsors can plug into or complement.
Sponsorship Packages
These tiers are a starting proposal and can be adapted to a prospective partner's budget and goals.
| Tier | Investment | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Presenting Partner | $15,000+ | Logo lockup with race name across site and banners. Course signage at Start/Finish and Tunnel entrance. Bib logo placement. Booth at packet pickup. Social and email features. |
| Aid Station Sponsor | $750 - $2,000 | $750 for naming rights to one aid station, such as Wetlands Center or the Tunnel, or $2,000 for naming rights to all five aid stations. Signage at sponsored locations. Logo on site and race program. Social media features. |
| Photography Sponsor | $2,000 | Logo on website sponsor page. Signage at start/finish and packet pickup. Logo on all photos. Recognition in pre-race and results emails. |
| Course Partner | $750 - $2,000 | Logo on website sponsor page. Signage at Start/Finish. Recognition in pre-race and results emails. |
| In-Kind / Product Partner | Product or service | Recognition matched to contribution value. Featured in swag or aid-station offerings such as nutrition, footwear, or lodging. |
Start a Sponsorship Conversation
For partnership details, custom packages, or in-kind opportunities, contact Race Director Steve Durbin.