Illinois
Running in Chicago, Illinois
RaceRove lists 76 upcoming races in Chicago, plus 101 local run clubs for this city.
- Upcoming, date confirmed
- 76
- Active listings
- 167
- Run clubs listed
- 101
Chicago races by distance
Upcoming races in Chicago
The next 60 of 76 with a confirmed date, soonest first.
Dates come from each race's own listing. Always confirm on the organiser's site before you book travel.
Largest races in Chicago
By estimated field size across all distances at the event.
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Polish Independence RunChicago, IL Usually held in October · next date not announced10K5K ~11,847 runners
Annual events awaiting their next date
These races are held every year, but the next date isn't in the listing yet. The month shown is when each is usually held.
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Polish Independence RunChicago, IL Usually held in October · next date not announced10K5K ~11,847 runners
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Bloomingdale Trail 5KChicago, IL Usually held in September · next date not announced5K0.5 Miles0.25 Miles ~2,250 runners
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Dim Sum & Then Some 5K/10K & Kids DashChicago, IL Usually held in August · next date not announced5K10KKids Dash ~2,000 runners
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Rosehill Cemetery 'Crypt' 5K Run/WalkChicago, IL Usually held in October · next date not announced5K ~1,100 runners
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Haunted Wine Run 5k at Busse WoodsElk Grove Village, IL Usually held in October · next date not announced5K ~900 runners
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Northwest CASA Pumpkin Dash 5k / 10kElk Grove Village, IL Usually held in September · next date not announced5K10K ~750 runners
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Sweet Ride | Bike • Run • WalkWillow Springs, IL Usually held in October · next date not announced5K ~200 runners
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5K Fun Run/Walk and Community Health FairMelrose Park, IL Usually held in October · next date not announced5K
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5K Run, Walk & Roll-Celebration of DonationGlen Ellyn, IL Usually held in September · next date not announced5K1 Mile
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Ana Banana 5k & Fun RunMorton Grove, IL Usually held in September · next date not announced5K1 Mile
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Bagel Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTONChicago, IL Usually held in August · next date not announcedHalf Marathon5K10K1 Mile
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Ben's Memorial Mile & Community FestivalDowners Grove, IL Usually held in August · next date not announced1 Mile100m
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Boo Island - 5K Charity Run/WalkBlue Island, IL Usually held in October · next date not announced5K
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Bucky's Bling Run/WalkAddison, IL Usually held in August · next date not announcedAll Distances - Please register at link above!
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Busse Woods 20 Miler - 7:00a.m.Elk Grove Village, IL Usually held in September · next date not announced20 Miles
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Carl Sandburg Athletic Booster 5K Run/WalkOrland Park, IL Usually held in September · next date not announced5K
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Chicago Fall Classic Half Marathon, 10K & 5KChicago, IL Usually held in October · next date not announcedHalf Marathon5K10K
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Chicago Gospel RunChicago, IL Usually held in September · next date not announced5K Run5K WalkHalf-Mile Kids Run (Ages 3 - 11)
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Chicago Vocational Alumni Association, Inc. 5K Torch TrailChicago, IL Usually held in October · next date not announced3 Miles
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College of DuPage 5k & Track FestGlen Ellyn, IL Usually held in August · next date not announced5K400m100m
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D67 Dash 5K Run/WalkMorton Grove, IL Usually held in September · next date not announced5K RegistrationVolunteer
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Fancy Nonsense 25k/50kWillow Springs, IL Usually held in October · next date not announced50K25K5 Miler
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Fit Forward 5K Run/WalkDes Plaines, IL Usually held in September · next date not announcedCompetitive 5K RunEncouraging Beginners - 5K RunFun Runner/ Walker
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Fleet Feet Training - The Long RunChicago, IL Usually held in September · next date not announced20 Miles
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Half Day at the LakeEvanston, IL Usually held in September · next date not announced12 Hour Race6 Hour Race
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HBCU Run & BrunchChicago, IL Usually held in September · next date not announced10K Run + Brunch10K Run + VIP Brunch Experience5K Run + Brunch5K Run + VIP Brunch Experience +2 more
Run clubs in Chicago
- 606 Athletic Club
- Social run club · Tuesdays, 6:30pm
- Adidas Runners Chicago
- Brand run club · Tuesdays, evening; Saturdays & Sundays · Beginner-friendly
- ARC Social Running Club
- Social run club · Sundays, 10am
- Berwyn Runners Club
- Neighborhood run club
- Black Men Run Chicago
- Run club
- Cabrones Run Club
- Run club · Mondays, 6:30pm
- CARA (Chicago Area Runners Association)
- Training program · Wednesdays track; Saturdays & Sundays long runs · Beginner-friendly
Guides for Chicago
- Spectator Guide Bloomingdale Trail 5K Spectator Guide Large 5K in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide CARA Wintrust Lakefront 10 Miler Spectator Guide Large 10 miler in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Haunted Halloween Half Marathon Spectator Guide Large half marathon in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Soldier Field 10 Mile Spectator Guide Large 10 miler in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide The Ugly Sweater Run Chicago Spectator Guide Large holiday race in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Ridge Run Spectator Guide Large race in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide CARA GO RUN Turkey Trot Spectator Guide Large turkey trot in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Run Mag Mile Spectator Guide Large race in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Santa Hustle Chicago Spectator Guide Large holiday race in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Chicago Polar Dash Spectator Guide Large race in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide F3 Lake Half Marathon Spectator Guide Large half marathon in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Lawndale 5K Spectator Guide Large 5K in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Lincoln Park Zoo Run for the Zoo Spectator Guide Large race in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Life Time Chicago Spring Half Marathon Spectator Guide Large half marathon in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide The Color Run Chicago Spectator Guide Large race in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Bucktown 5K Spectator Guide Large 5K in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Ravenswood Run Spectator Guide Large race in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Life Time Chicago Half Marathon Spectator Guide Large half marathon in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Race to Wrigley 5K Spectator Guide Large 5K in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Turkey Trot Chicago 10K Spectator Guide Large turkey trot in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Chi Town Turkey Trot Spectator Guide Large turkey trot in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Bank of America Chicago 13.1 Spectator Guide Large half marathon in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Polish Independence Run Spectator Guide Large race in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide BTN Big 10K Spectator Guide Large 10K in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Rock n Roll Chicago Half Spectator Guide Large half marathon in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge Chicago Spectator Guide Large corporate challenge in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Shamrock Shuffle 8K Spectator Guide Large 8K in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Spectator Guide Hot Chocolate 15K Chicago Spectator Guide Large 15K and 5K in Chicago. Base at the start/finish area.
- Destination Guide Best Chicago Run Clubs From CARA's structured marathon training to running-store group runs and long-standing community clubs, here is where to find a Chicago running group that fits you.
- Travel Guide Chicago Marathon Transportation Guide A practical transportation guide for Chicago Marathon weekend: getting downtown from the airport, navigating road closures, using the CTA and Metra, and getting out again after the race.
- Spectator Guide Chicago Marathon Spectator Guide A practical guide to spectating the Chicago Marathon: where the crowd energy peaks, how to use transit to see your runner more than once, and how to plan a reunion that actually works.
- Hotel Guide Where to Stay for the Chicago Marathon Where you stay for Chicago Marathon weekend matters more than usual, thanks to rolling road closures and a massive field. Here is how the Loop, South Loop, River North and West Loop compare.
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Running in Chicago, Illinois: common questions
- How many races are there in Chicago, Illinois?
- RaceRove currently lists 76 upcoming races in Chicago with a confirmed date.
- What is the biggest race in Chicago?
- By estimated field size, the largest race listed in Chicago is the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, with about 55,000 runners across all of its distances.
- Are there local running clubs in Chicago?
- RaceRove lists 101 running clubs in Chicago.
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