Abuelitos 5K
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Chicago, Illinois
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Abuelitos 5K on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in the heart of Chicago, Cook County! This family-oriented event is a joyful celebration of grandparents and the invaluable contributions they make to our lives. Whether you're an avid runner or just looking to enjoy a leisurely walk, the Abuelitos 5K is the perfect opportunity to stay active while spending quality time with your loved ones.
Participants are encouraged to dress up as their favorite grandparent figures and take part in this unique experience that aims to foster community connections among older adults. The event also supports Centro Romero, a wonderful organization dedicated to providing after-school programs, ESL and GED classes, and youth leadership initiatives in Chicago's northside. Expect to indulge in delicious cafecito and tamales while enjoying the lively sounds of Andean music. Everyone is invited to join in the fun, strengthen family bonds, and promote a healthy lifestyle. Don't miss out on this exciting occasion to run, walk, and celebrate together!
Participants are encouraged to dress up as their favorite grandparent figures and take part in this unique experience that aims to foster community connections among older adults. The event also supports Centro Romero, a wonderful organization dedicated to providing after-school programs, ESL and GED classes, and youth leadership initiatives in Chicago's northside. Expect to indulge in delicious cafecito and tamales while enjoying the lively sounds of Andean music. Everyone is invited to join in the fun, strengthen family bonds, and promote a healthy lifestyle. Don't miss out on this exciting occasion to run, walk, and celebrate together!
Organiser's Description
Abuelitos 5k is a fun and family oriented event with the purpose of celebrating family and contribution of grandparents. This 5K is an opportunity to stay healthy and run/walk shoulder to shoulder with our children and grandchildren. Overcome all obstacles and register for this exciting event. The Charity partner for this 5k is Centro Romero, a community organization in the northside of Chicago that offers after school programs, ESL and GED classes, and youth leadership programs among others.
Dress up as a grandpa or grandma (custom) and be ready to spend time together with your beloved ones who give so much for our community. A purpose of the 5k is to reach out to abuelit@s who need to socialize in a fun environment and hopefully begin running/walking clubs for people over 60 years old.
All runners will enjoy cafecito, and delicious tamales. Runners will enjoy Andean Music.
Come and run with us. Everyone is welcome to exercise, stay fit, healthy, strengthen our families and community.
Dress up as a grandpa or grandma (custom) and be ready to spend time together with your beloved ones who give so much for our community. A purpose of the 5k is to reach out to abuelit@s who need to socialize in a fun environment and hopefully begin running/walking clubs for people over 60 years old.
All runners will enjoy cafecito, and delicious tamales. Runners will enjoy Andean Music.
Come and run with us. Everyone is welcome to exercise, stay fit, healthy, strengthen our families and community.
Races
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Abuelitos 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Medal
Sat 26th September 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
We will have the presence of organizations offering resources to seniors and their families
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6601 N Western Avenue, Chicago, 60645, IL, United States
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