Independence Day Virtual 5k/10k/Half-Marathon Chicago

Saturday, July 1, 2023 Past event

8:00 AM CDT

Chicago, Illinois

$34.92–$42.34 · 4 races

5km, 10km, Marathon

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Independence Day Virtual 5K, 10K, and Half-Marathon taking place on Saturday, July 1st, 2023, in vibrant Chicago, Cook County! This exciting event invites runners from around the globe to celebrate our nation’s independence in a unique and spirited way, encouraging participants to don their red, white, and blue as they honor those who sacrificed for our freedom.

Whether you choose to tackle the 5K, 10K, or the challenging Half-Marathon, this virtual race allows you to run at your own pace while connecting with a global community of fellow runners. Simply sign up, submit your time, and receive a fantastic swag bag delivered right to your door, complete with a stylish T-shirt or tech shirt upgrade, a finisher’s medal, and access to an inspiring virtual community. Join in on this uplifting journey towards health and fitness, and make your July 4th celebration truly memorable!

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Races

5k Registration
Virtual

Incl. $2.92 Fee & Shirt, Medal, Virtual Packet (Shipping Included)

8:00 AM CDT

$34.92

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10k Registration

Incl. $2.92 Fee & Shirt, Medal, Virtual Packet (Shipping Included)

8:00 AM CDT

$34.92

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Half-Marathon Registration

Incl. $2.92 Fee & Shirt, Medal, Virtual Packet (Shipping Included)

8:00 AM CDT

$34.92

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Premium Registration (with Tech Shirt Upgrade)

Incl. $3.34 Fee & Shirt, Medal, Virtual Packet (Shipping Included)

8:00 AM CDT

$42.34

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Organiser's description

JOIN RUNNERS FROM ALL AROUND THE WORLD WITHOUT EVER LEAVING YOUR CITY! CELEBRATE JULY 4TH, INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH A RUN. RUN RED, WHITE, AND BLUE FOR THOSE WHO PAID FOR OUR FREEDOM WITH THEIR LIVES.

HOW IT WORKS:
1. SIGNUP FOR THE MARATHON, HALF-MARATHON, 10K, OR 5K.

2. SUBMIT YOUR TIMES

3. RACE AGAINST PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD!

4. GET YOUR PACKET SHIPPED TO YOU IN THE MAIL!

WHAT YOU GET:
WHEN YOU SIGN-UP, YOU'RE NOT JUST SIGNING UP FOR A RUN. YOU'RE SIGNING UP TO BE PART OF A JOURNEY IN TAKING A STEP TOWARDS YOUR HEALTH!

YOUR SWAG BAG WILL BE MAILED DIRECTLY TO YOU SO NO PACKET PICKUP REQUIRED!

SWAG BAG WILL INCLUDE:
- T-SHIRT (OR TECH SHIRT UPGRADE FOR PREMIUM PACKETS)
- FINISHER'S MEDAL (OR FREE GIFT FOR COMPLETION)
- ACCESS TO VIRTUAL COMMUNITY OF RUNNERS ALL AROUND THE WORLD THAT RECEIVE TIPS, INSPIRATION, GIVEAWAYS, AND ONGOING CHALLENGES TO KEEP YOU GOING.

SPONSORSHIPS & VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES:

IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BECOME A SPONSOR, WE'D LOVE TO HELP PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS LOCALLY AND NATIONALLY!
HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/EVENTS

INSPIRING NEWSLETTER FOR FITNESS & YOUR OWN CUSTOMIZED EVENTS:
OR SIMPLY SIGN UP FOR ONE OF OUR FREE NEWSLETTERS TO INSPIRE YOU TO STAY FIT.
HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/NEWSLETTER/

THE BEST RACES IS ABOUT BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER TO GIVE EACH PERSON A MEMORABLE, HEALTHY, AND FUN EXPERIENCE. PART OF THE PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT SELECT ORPHANAGES IN EAST ASIA.