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Races in Evanston, IL

Running races in or near Evanston, IL

Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more

See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Evanston, 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.

Fleet Feet Sports

Fluid Running Wednesday 8am

Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT

Date of Race: 10-29-2025

Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...

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 ...

Fluid Running Tuesday 9am

Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT

Date of Race: 10-28-2025

Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...

Fluid Running Wednesday 8am

Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT

Date of Race: 10-29-2025

Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...

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 ...

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 ...

Fluid Running Monday 8am

Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT

Date of Race: 10-27-2025

Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...

Fluid Running Wednesday 8am

Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT

Date of Race: 10-29-2025

Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...

Fluid Running Monday 8am

Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT

Date of Race: 10-27-2025

Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...

Fluid Running Tuesday 9am

Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT

Date of Race: 10-28-2025

Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...

Fluid Running Tuesday 9am

Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT

Date of Race: 10-28-2025

Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...

Fluid Running Monday 8am

Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT

Date of Race: 10-27-2025

Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...

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 ...

5K Run/Walk - Untimed

Organization: United Neighborhood Organization

Date of Race: 11-01-2025

Description: Chicago’s Most Unique 5K Race Amid the lively ...

Fluid Running Thursday Senior Class 9:00am

Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT

Date of Race: 10-30-2025

Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...

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 ...

Fluid Running Thursday Senior Class 9:00am

Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT

Date of Race: 10-30-2025

Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...

Fluid Running Thursday Senior Class 9:00am

Organization: OAK BROOK PARK DISTRICT

Date of Race: 10-30-2025

Description: DescriptionWant a really good workout without hitting the pavement? Looking for ...

Peak Performance Training: 14-17 Years Old

Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District

Date of Race: 11-12-2025

Description: DescriptionUnlock your full athletic potential with Peak Performance Training, a high-intensity ...

Peak Performance Training: 14-17 Years Old

Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District

Date of Race: 11-10-2025

Description: DescriptionUnlock your full athletic potential with Peak Performance Training, a high-intensity ...

Ackerman Speed Academy

Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District

Date of Race: 10-21-2025

Description: DescriptionSpeed, agility and quickness (SAQ) are three of the most important ...

Lanterns & Legends: A Historic Jack O' Lantern ...

Organization: Forest Preserve District of DuPage County

Date of Race: 10-25-2025

Description: DescriptionCarve a pumpkin and craft a candle while hearing the ...

Peak Performance Training: 14-17 Years Old

Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District

Date of Race: 10-20-2025

Description: DescriptionUnlock your full athletic potential with Peak Performance Training, a high-intensity ...

Ackerman Speed Academy

Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District

Date of Race: 10-23-2025

Description: DescriptionSpeed, agility and quickness (SAQ) are three of the most important ...

Peak Performance Training: 14-17 Years Old

Organization: Glen Ellyn Park District

Date of Race: 10-22-2025

Description: DescriptionUnlock your full athletic potential with Peak Performance Training, a high-intensity ...

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Complete list of running events in and near Evanston, IL: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.


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Evanston (IL) is a city in Cook County with an estimated population of 74,486.[4]

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