Running races in or near Chicago, IL
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Chicago, IL area. Races listed here include both walking and running events of various distances — from 1-milers, to 5Ks, to marathons, and everything else in between.
Fluid Running Friday 8am
Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT
Date of Race: 10-31-2025
Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...
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Fluid Running Friday 8am
Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT
Date of Race: 10-31-2025
Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...
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Fluid Running Friday 8am
Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT
Date of Race: 10-31-2025
Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...
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R2p Marathon Relay
Organization: Devine Nutrition Inc.
Date of Race: 11-08-2025
Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...
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Voluteer
Organization: Devine Nutrition Inc.
Date of Race: 11-09-2025
Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...
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Run to Pub Fall Marathon Relay
Organization: Devine Nutrition Inc.
Date of Race: 11-08-2025
Description: Run to Pub Marathon Relay! Save the date for our ...
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Run to Pub Marathon Volunteer
Organization: Devine Nutrition Inc.
Date of Race: 11-09-2025
Description: Calling all volunteers We will need a variety of ...
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Virtual 5K (Participate in your own location) - ...
Organization: United Neighborhood Organization
Date of Race: 11-01-2025
Description: Chicago’s Most Unique 5K Race Amid the lively ...
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5K Run/Walk - Timed (Personalized Bib Deadline is ...
Organization: United Neighborhood Organization
Date of Race: 11-01-2025
Description: Chicago’s Most Unique 5K Race Amid the lively ...
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5K Run/Walk - Untimed
Organization: United Neighborhood Organization
Date of Race: 11-01-2025
Description: Chicago’s Most Unique 5K Race Amid the lively ...
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2025 UNO Carrera De Los Muertos/Race of the ...
Organization: United Neighborhood Organization
Date of Race: 11-01-2025
Description: Chicago’s Most Unique 5K Race Amid the lively ...
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5K Run/Walk - Late Registration - Untimed
Organization: United Neighborhood Organization
Date of Race: 11-01-2025
Description: Chicago’s Most Unique 5K Race Amid the lively ...
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5K Run/Walk - Late Registration - Timed
Organization: United Neighborhood Organization
Date of Race: 11-01-2025
Description: Chicago’s Most Unique 5K Race Amid the lively ...
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Habitat Heroes: Project Churchill
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 02-14-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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Habitat Heroes: Project Churchill
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 01-10-2026
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Habitat Heroes: Project Churchill
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 12-13-2025
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Habitat Heroes: Project Churchill
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 02-25-2026
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Habitat Heroes: Project Churchill
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 01-21-2026
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Puzzle Palooza
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 02-28-2026
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Santa on the Stoop
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 12-21-2025
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Santa on the Stoop
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 12-20-2025
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R2P Holiday Awards Party
Organization: Devine Nutrition Inc.
Date of Race: 12-12-2025
Description: Kicking it OLD SCHOOL this year! Join us for our annual ...
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Holiday Party
Organization: Devine Nutrition Inc.
Date of Race: 12-12-2025
Description: Kicking it OLD SCHOOL this year! Join us for our annual ...
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Urban Adventure Hike at the Chicago Riverwalk (Chicago, ...
Organization: Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago & Northwest Indiana
Date of Race: 04-26-2026
Description: Embrace the great outdoors and enjoy the benefits of hiking with ...
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Valentine Hike at Camp Palos (Palos Park, IL)
Organization: Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago & Northwest Indiana
Date of Race: 02-14-2026
Description: Registration will close on 2/05/2026 at 11:59 pm. Embrace the ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Chicago, IL: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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In 2014, 57% of marathon finishers in the U.S. were men; women made up 43% of finishers.
