Running races in or near Des Plaines, IL
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Des Plaines, 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 Tuesday 8am
Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT
Date of Race: 07-14-2026
Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...
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Fluid Running Tuesday 8am
Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT
Date of Race: 07-14-2026
Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...
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Fluid Running Tuesday 8am
Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT
Date of Race: 07-14-2026
Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...
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Lightning Running Club (Girls, 9-10)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Girls, 11-12)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Boys, 9-10)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Boys, 11-12)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Boys, 9-10)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Girls, 11-12)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Boys, 11-12)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Boys, 13-14)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Boys, 11-12)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Girls, 6-8)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Boys, 6-8)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Girls, 13-14)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Boys, 13-14)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Girls, 13-14)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Girls, 6-8)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Boys, 6-8)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Girls, 13-14)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Boys, 9-10)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Girls, 9-10)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Boys, 13-14)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Girls, 6-8)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Lightning Running Club (Girls, 11-12)
Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District
Date of Race: 08-15-2026
Description: DescriptionCome run with us! Kids will build endurance and learn proper ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Des Plaines, IL: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Des Plaines
Des Plaines (IL) is a city in Cook County with an estimated population of 58,364.[4]
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The number of U.S. marathon finishers declined from 2014 to 2015 approximately 8 percent.
