Running Races in Chicago, Illinois — 2026

There are 58 running races in Chicago, Illinois in 2026. The next is the Cookie Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON on October 10. Distances include half marathons, 5K races, 10K races.

New Balance Untamed Relay Presented by Fleet Feet

Fri, Oct 9 · Chicago, IL Chicago

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Cookie Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Oct 10 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)Virtual Run Registration +3

From $30 Closed

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Coffee Lovers Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Oct 10 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K RegistrationVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1) +3

From $30 Closed

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Run With Kenyans Pamoja 5K Shakeout Run – Chicago

Sat, Oct 10 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road 5k Run

From $0 Open Closing Soon

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Rosehill Cemetery 'Crypt' 5K Run/Walk

Sat, Oct 17 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road 5K Chip-Timed Run5K Fun Run/Walk

From $37 Open Closing Soon

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Chicago Fall Classic Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

Sat, Oct 17 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Kid's Division 5K Fun RunVirtual Run - 5K5K - Extended Registration +8

From $12.99 Open Closing Soon

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HOW 5K

Sun, Oct 18 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road HOW 5K - Walk and AfterpartyHOW 5K - RunHOW 5K - Walk +2

From $25 Closed

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Haunted Halloween Half Marathon & 5km

Sun, Oct 25 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road H^3 5kH^3 Half Marathon

From $35 Open Closing Soon

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Polish Independence Run

Sun, Oct 25 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road Polish Independence 5K WalkPolish Independence 5K RunPolish Independence 10K Run

From $69 Open

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Howl-o-ween 5k - Dan Ryan Woods

Sun, Oct 25 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road 5k

From $25 Open Closing Soon

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Halloween Trick or Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Oct 31 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun RunVirtual Run Registration5K Registration +3

From $30 Open

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PB&J Fuel Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Oct 31 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 MileVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1)5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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Seventh Annual "Do It Yourself" 5K Walk/Run

Sat, Nov 7 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual AdultFamilyStudent

From $25 Open

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Veterans Day Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Nov 14 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K Registration5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Closed

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The Perfect Cadence 5K Fun(draiser) Run!

Sat, Nov 14 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual The Perfect Cadence 5K Fun(draiser) Run!

From $60 Open 60 spots left

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Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Nov 14 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)5K Registration +3

From $30 Closed

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Run for a Sole 5K

Sun, Nov 22 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road Run for a Sole - 5K

From $75 Open

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Edison Park Turkey Trot

Thu, Nov 26 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road 5K Run/WalkPremier SponsorGold Sponsor +3

From $25 Closed

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Chi Town Turkey Trot 5K & 10K

Thu, Nov 26 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual 5K Kid's Division Fun Run (11 Years and Under) Extended Online Registration5K - Extended Online Registration5K Run/Walk (Untimed) - Extended Online Registration +8

From $0 Open

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Coffee Lovers Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Nov 28 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)5K Registration +3

From $30 Open

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18th Annual Beverly Hills Turkey Trot 5K Run & Family Walk

Sat, Nov 28 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road 5K Run - Adult5K Walk - Individual5K Run - Youth (Ages 19 and under)

From $30 Open

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Thanksgiving Gobble Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Nov 28 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)5K Registration +3

From $30 Open

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Santa Hustle Chicago

Sat, Dec 5 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road Kids Dash5K10K

From $19.99 Open

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Run for Breast Cancer 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Dec 12 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K RegistrationVirtual Run Registration +3

From $30 Open

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The Universal Sole December Trail Challenge

Sat, Dec 12 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Trail The Universal Sole December Trail Challenge - 4.5 Miles

From $40 Open

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Sunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Dec 12 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)Virtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1) +3

From $30 Open

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2026 Jingle Bell Run - Chicago, IL

Sat, Dec 12 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual 1 Mile5K Untimed5K Timed +2

From $25 Open

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New Year's Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Dec 26 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K Registration5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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A Merry Christmas Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Dec 26 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K Registration5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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MLK Jr. Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Jan 16 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K RegistrationVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1) +3

From $30 Open

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Sunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Jan 16 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)Virtual Run Registration +3

From $30 Open

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Run for Donut CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Jan 30 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K Registration5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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Coffee Lover Run CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Jan 30 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 MileVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1)5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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18th Annual F^3 Lake Half Marathon & 5k

Sat, Jan 30 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road 5kHalf Marathon

From $38 Open

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Valentine's Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Feb 13 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)5K Registration +3

From $30 Open

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Run for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Feb 13 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K Registration5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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Run For Mental Health CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Feb 27 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K RegistrationVirtual Run Registration +3

From $30 Open

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Run Together Against Breast Cancer CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Feb 27 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)5K Registration +3

From $30 Open

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Sunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Mar 20 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun RunVirtual Run Registration5K Registration +3

From $30 Open

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SuperHeroes Run CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Mar 27 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 MileVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1)5K Registration +3

From $30 Open

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Chi Town Half Marathon & 10K

Sat, Apr 3 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual 10K - Extended Online Registration10K - Extended Online Registration10K +9

From $49.99 Open

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Wild Blossom Wine Run 5k

Sat, Apr 10 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road 5k5k

From $30 Open

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Sloth Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Apr 10 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun RunVirtual Run Registration5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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Run for PB&J 5k/10k/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Apr 10 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun RunVirtual Run Registration5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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Coffee Lover Run CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Apr 24 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K RegistrationVirtual Run Registration +3

From $30 Open

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Run for Donut CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Apr 24 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K RegistrationVirtual Run Registration +3

From $30 Open

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Ravenswood Run presented by Fleet Feet x Altra

Sun, Apr 25 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road 5K - SOLD OUT5KKids' Race +1

From $15 Open

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Run for Chocolate 5k/10k/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, May 8 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K RegistrationVirtual Run Registration +3

From $30 Open

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Hometown Half Marathon/5K/10K - Greater Chicago

Sat, May 8 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual 1 Mile1 Mile5K +11

From $17 Open 5 spots left

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SuperHeroes Run CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, May 29 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)5K Registration +3

From $30 Open

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