4th Annual Run for the Parks! 5K Run, Walk or Roll
- Date Sun 13th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Chicago, Illinois
- Price $11.85 - $43.65
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 4th Annual Run for the Parks on Sunday, September 13, 2026! This exciting event will take place in beautiful Burnham Park, Chicago, Cook County, and invites participants of all ages and abilities to join in the fun. Choose to participate in the timed 5K Run, Walk, or Roll along the scenic Lakefront Trail, or opt for a leisurely guided 1-Mile Nature Walk through the stunning Burnham Wildlife Corridor. Young ones can also join in the excitement with the Kids Dash for children aged 10 and under.
After the races, don't miss the fantastic post-race Pancake Party, where you can refuel with delicious food and drinks while celebrating with fellow community members. Each registration includes a commemorative shirt and a ticket for food at the party, making this an event you won’t want to miss! By participating, not only do you get to enjoy a day of fitness and fun, but you also support the Chicago Parks Foundation's efforts to enhance local parks. Mark your calendars and get ready for a wonderful community celebration in the heart of Chicago!
After the races, don't miss the fantastic post-race Pancake Party, where you can refuel with delicious food and drinks while celebrating with fellow community members. Each registration includes a commemorative shirt and a ticket for food at the party, making this an event you won’t want to miss! By participating, not only do you get to enjoy a day of fitness and fun, but you also support the Chicago Parks Foundation's efforts to enhance local parks. Mark your calendars and get ready for a wonderful community celebration in the heart of Chicago!
Organiser's Description
EVENT DESCRIPTION
The Chicago Parks Foundation is proud to present our 4th Annual Run for the Parks: 5K Run, Walk or Roll
Sponsored by Banner Wholesale Grocers Plus Post-Race Park Party!
Get moving on the Lakefront Trail and join us for a community celebration of our parks! In partnership with Banner Wholesale Grocers, the Chicago Parks Foundation is thrilled to bring our 5K event back for our fourth year at beautiful Burnham Park.
Start the morning with either the timed out-and-back 5K course on the path or a guided 1-Mile Burnham Wildlife Corridor Nature Walk. Children 10 and under can be part of the Kids Dash. Then enjoy our post-race PANCAKE PARTY with food, drinks, and community fun - all right in the park!
All event registrations include a COMMEMORATIVE SHIRT and post-race party food/beverage ticket. Family-friendly. All ages and abilities welcome.
Your registration supports the Chicago Parks Foundations work to help make parks better, serving as your 501c3 community partner for over ten years.
Details on event parking, packet pickup, and more coming soon.
The Chicago Parks Foundation is proud to present our 4th Annual Run for the Parks: 5K Run, Walk or Roll
Sponsored by Banner Wholesale Grocers Plus Post-Race Park Party!
Get moving on the Lakefront Trail and join us for a community celebration of our parks! In partnership with Banner Wholesale Grocers, the Chicago Parks Foundation is thrilled to bring our 5K event back for our fourth year at beautiful Burnham Park.
Start the morning with either the timed out-and-back 5K course on the path or a guided 1-Mile Burnham Wildlife Corridor Nature Walk. Children 10 and under can be part of the Kids Dash. Then enjoy our post-race PANCAKE PARTY with food, drinks, and community fun - all right in the park!
All event registrations include a COMMEMORATIVE SHIRT and post-race party food/beverage ticket. Family-friendly. All ages and abilities welcome.
Your registration supports the Chicago Parks Foundations work to help make parks better, serving as your 501c3 community partner for over ten years.
Details on event parking, packet pickup, and more coming soon.
Races
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5K Run, Walk or Roll
Incl. $3.65 Fee & Participant Event Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$43.65
A timed out-and-back 5K course starting south of 31st Street Beach and heading south on the Lakefront Trail. Run, walk or roll the course. All ages and abilities welcome. The course takes place on the paved pedestrian pathway of the Lakefront Trail. Course suitable only for walkers, runners, and manual wheelchair participants of all paces. Course NOT suited for bicycles, handcycles, or rollerblades. Accessibility guides welcome. -
Nature Walk
Incl. $2.45 Fee & Participant Event Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$22.45
If you will not be completing the 5K race, we welcome you to enjoy an optional 1-mile nature walk along the beautiful Burnham Wildlife Corridor guided by University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists. Guided walks will occur during the 5K race as an alternate activity. Located just west of the Lakefront Trail 5K course. This is a woodchip path not suitable for wheels. A great option for kids, family, and friends who want to support 5K participants. All ages welcome. -
Kid's Dash - 400m or 800m
Incl. $1.85 Fee & Participant Event Shirt
Sun 13th September 2026 (9:45AM CDT)
$11.85
OPENS 17 MARYou will select your distance (400m or 800m) on Race Day. Children participating only in the Kids Dash must be supervised before and after dash. Children are welcome to register for the 5K or the 1-Mile Nature Walk in addition to or instead of the Kids Dash.
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Burnham Park at 31st Street Beach, 3100 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, 60616, IL, United States
4th Annual Run for the Parks! 5K Run, Walk or Roll
