Strides for Peace 2024 Race Against Gun Violence
6:30 PM
CDT
Run
We created the Race Against Gun Violence (RAGV) to build a new platform to support community organizations, focus on what we share in common and celebrate hope.
RAGV offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to Choose Hope and join others who share the common vision of a Chicago free from the fear of gun violence. 100% of charitable contributions go directly to nonprofit organizations dedicated to ending gun violence.
Join the movement -- every stride counts!
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Elgin Valley Fox Trot 10 Mile & 5K Races
7:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
CDT
Just North of the Gail Borden Library
Run
Elgin Valley Fox Trot 10 Mile & 5K Race
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2024 Run for the Zoo
7:30 AM
CDT
Lincoln Park Zoo
Run
For more than four decades, runners of all levels and abilities have been leaping into action with Lincoln Park Zoo's annual Run for the Zoo. Now in its 44th year, the race is back and better than ever!
Ambitious athletes can compete in the chip-timed 5K and 10K courses, which are both U.S.A. Track & Field-certified. Families can enjoy a fun run or walk that accommodates every member of their group. And younger participants can take on the Kids' Course, a fun obstacle course built to have children running, climbing, and crawling! The race route winds in and around the zoo, allowing for beautiful views of Chicago's skyline, Lake Michigan, protected natural areas, zoo animals, and maybe even a few roaring spectators.
Did you know?
Your registration helps make possible state-of-the-art animal care, worldwide conservation, and wide-ranging education programs. Every guests participating in Lincoln Park Zoo's public events helps to conserve wildlife and keep our gates open and free 365 days a year.
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2024 Highland Park Half Marathon, 5K and 1 Mile
7:00 AM
CDT
Highland Park, IL
Run
Come together to celebrate the Highland Park community this summer with the return of the 46th annual Highland Park Half Marathon, 5K and 1 Mile Walk on June 2nd, 2024. As the official charity partner of the Highland Park Community Foundation, you can enjoy a fun run with family and friends and give back to the community you love at the same time! Experience the former North Shore Classic race with a sizzling celebration of the Highland Park community both on and off the course! After taking on the half marathon, 5K, or 1-Mile course through Chicago's beautiful North Shore, runners can let loose at the post-race picnic featuring live music, delicious hot off the grill food, drinks, and much more!
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2024 Soldier Field 10
7:00 AM
CDT
Chicago, IL
Run
Soldier Field 10 returns on Saturday, May 25, 2024 to celebrate its 20th Memorial Day run through the heart of Chicago! Remember the brave soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country on the 10K or 10-Mile course after a pre-race playing of taps and a military salute. Enjoy the spectacular skyline views and beautiful scenery like Lake Michigan before you cross the finish line ON Soldier Field! The Post-Race Tailgate will be waiting for you in the Stadium Green with complimentary beer (21+), live music, and much more!
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2024 Cinco de Miler
8:30 AM
CDT
Chicago, IL
Run
Vamonos, Amigos! The Cinco de Miler 5-Mile Run returns on May 4, 2024, for a festive run through the Montrose Harbor area of Chicago. Hold on to your sombrero as you run along the scenic miles of Lake Michigan and over the finish line to the post-race party where the famous, sky scraping, 3-story piñata awaits! With delicious food, Mexican Mules, beer, and a live mariachi band, it's a party you'll want to taco-bout for years to come.
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2024 Ravenswood Run presented by Fleet Feet + Altra
8:00 AM
CDT
Hermitage & Wilson Intersection
Run
The 28th annual Ravenswood Run presented by Fleet Feet + Altra returns to Chicago's historic neighborhood on April 28, 2024! For over a quarter century, our family-friendly 5K and Kids' Race has given runners and walkers a chance to experience the charms this pocket of the city possesses. Beyond that, our event also acts as a fundraiser for Ravenswood Community Services' Food Pantry and Community Kitchen, a staple in the community that provides meals and groceries to neighbors in need on the North Side.
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2024 Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend
7:30 PM
CDT
Champaign-Urbana, IL
Run
From the friendly Midwest spirit to the flat course to the photo finish inside Memorial Stadium, this is a race not to be missed. Flat and fast courses. A beautiful, scenic tour of revitalized downtown streets, tree-lined residential neighborhoods and awesome, paved park trails; thousands of friendly, fun fans and volunteers from Champaign-Urbana who exemplify Midwest hospitality; first-class race shirts, medals, food, and fanfare; unforgettable finish line inside the Memorial Stadium
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2024 Chicken Run 5K & 10K
7:30 AM
CDT
Peg Bond Center
Run
2024 Shamrockin' St. Charles 8K & 1-Mile Family Fun Walk
10:00 AM
CDT
Pottawatomie Park
Run
BrewHop Fun Runs presents the Shamrockin' St. Charles 8K (formerly Shamrockin' Along the Fox River). In cooperation with St. Charles Park District and Pollyanna Brewing Company, Shamrockin' St. Charles offers a scenic walk/run, followed by a celebration at one of the areas most popular breweries. NEW FOR 2024 is the one mile Shamrockin' Family Fun Walk!
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2023 New Year's Eve 5K
8:00 AM
CDT
Lake View Park/DuSable Harbor and Millennium Hall (post-race)
Run
Earn your right to party on New Year's Eve and run into 2024 with the New Year's Eve 5K! Run in-person at our event site on December 31, 2023. Post your results and photos, see how you did against the competition, and enjoy your swag!
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2023 Insane Candy Cane 5K
8:30 AM
CDT
Peg Bond Center
Run