Running races in or near Lake Forest, IL
Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks & more
See below for a frequently-updated, comprehensive list of upcoming running events in the local Lake Forest, 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.
Running 5K - Individual - Running
Organization: Ice Cream Chase 5K
Date of Race: 05-30-2026
Description: The Ice Cream Chase 5k will be held in Bunker Hill, ...
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We Got Game Sprint & Stride Track Stars ...
Organization: Schaumburg Park District
Date of Race: 03-23-2026
Description: DescriptionFind your speed, stamina, and strength! ...
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We Got Game Sprint & Stride Track Stars ...
Organization: Schaumburg Park District
Date of Race: 03-23-2026
Description: DescriptionFind your speed, stamina, and strength! ...
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We Got Game Sprint & Stride Track Stars ...
Organization: Schaumburg Park District
Date of Race: 03-23-2026
Description: DescriptionFind your speed, stamina, and strength! ...
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Harvest Fest Beer Tent Sponsor ($250)
Organization: Wildwood Park District
Date of Race: 09-26-2026
Description: DescriptionFind your speed, stamina, and strength! ...
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Harvest Fest Event Sponsor ($100)
Organization: Wildwood Park District
Date of Race: 09-26-2026
Description: DescriptionFind your speed, stamina, and strength! ...
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Harvest Fest Presenting Sponsor ($1000)
Organization: Wildwood Park District
Date of Race: 09-26-2026
Description: DescriptionFind your speed, stamina, and strength! ...
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Donut Bash & Egg Hunt Dash
Organization: Wood Dale Park District
Date of Race: 04-04-2026
Description: DescriptionDash on over to Franzen Grove to join the Easter Bunny ...
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Ice Cream Chase 5K 2026
Organization: Ice Cream Chase 5K
Date of Race: 05-30-2026
Description: The Ice Cream Chase 5k will be held in Bunker Hill, ...
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We Got Game Sprint & Stride Track Stars
Organization: Schaumburg Park District
Date of Race: 04-12-2026
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We Got Game Sprint & Stride Track Superstars
Organization: Schaumburg Park District
Date of Race: 04-11-2026
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We Got Game Sprint & Stride Track Superstars
Organization: Schaumburg Park District
Date of Race: 04-10-2026
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We Got Game Sprint & Stride Track Superstars
Organization: Schaumburg Park District
Date of Race: 04-11-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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We Got Game Sprint & Stride Track Superstars
Organization: Schaumburg Park District
Date of Race: 04-10-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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We Got Game Sprint & Stride Track Superstars
Organization: Schaumburg Park District
Date of Race: 04-11-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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We Got Game Sprint & Stride Track Stars
Organization: Schaumburg Park District
Date of Race: 04-12-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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We Got Game Sprint & Stride Track Superstars
Organization: Schaumburg Park District
Date of Race: 04-10-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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We Got Game Sprint & Stride Track Stars
Organization: Schaumburg Park District
Date of Race: 04-12-2026
Description: DescriptionInternet Registration has not begun yet. Check Registration Dates in ...
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Tom Walks: Geology of the Fox River Bluffs ...
Organization: McHenry County Conservation District
Date of Race: 03-19-2026
Description: DescriptionThe origin of the spectacular topography of Fox River Bluffs dates ...
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Walking 5K - Individual - Walking
Organization: Ice Cream Chase 5K
Date of Race: 05-30-2026
Description: The Ice Cream Chase 5k will be held in Bunker Hill, ...
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Virtual 5K - Individual - Virtual
Organization: Ice Cream Chase 5K
Date of Race: 05-30-2026
Description: The Ice Cream Chase 5k will be held in Bunker Hill, ...
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World Class Racewalking Clinic - Evanston, IL
Organization: World Class Racewalking
Date of Race: 02-21-2026
Description: Contact: ashley M. - 312 373-0457 Fee: $225 ...
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Arlington Heights- Irish Series-
Organization: Devine Nutrition Inc.
Date of Race: 02-18-2026
Description: Join Run to the Pub for our 6 week training series ...
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Irish Series Arlington Heights
Organization: Devine Nutrition Inc.
Date of Race: 02-18-2026
Description: Join Run to the Pub for our 6 week training series ...
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Sunset & Full Moon Hike at Skokie Lagoons ...
Organization: Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago & Northwest Indiana
Date of Race: 08-29-2026
Description: Embrace the great outdoors and enjoy the benefits of hiking with ...
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Complete list of running events in and near Lake Forest, IL: Marathons, 1-milers, 5Ks, half-marathons, 10Ks, obstacle courses, walking events & more.
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About Lake Forest
Lake Forest (IL) is a city in Lake County with an estimated population of 19,375.[4]
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