Move for MDS 5k - Chicago
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Location Chicago, Illinois
Event summary
Join the vibrant community of Chicago on Saturday, May 2, 2026, for the Move for MDS 5K, a remarkable event dedicated to raising awareness and supporting research for Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS). This engaging community walk will take place at the scenic Burnham Park, located along the beautiful Lake Shore Drive. Participants can look forward to a morning filled with camaraderie and purpose, starting with registration at 8 AM, followed by welcome remarks and a warm-up session before the 5K walk kicks off at 9 AM.
This event is not just about walking; it's about making a difference. By joining or forming a team, you can help amplify MDS awareness and contribute to vital fundraising efforts. As you take strides towards a brighter future for those affected by this little-known disease, you'll also have the chance to celebrate the achievements of top participants during the awards ceremony and closing remarks at 11 AM. Lace up your sneakers and be part of this inspiring movement to advance MDS research miles ahead!
This event is not just about walking; it's about making a difference. By joining or forming a team, you can help amplify MDS awareness and contribute to vital fundraising efforts. As you take strides towards a brighter future for those affected by this little-known disease, you'll also have the chance to celebrate the achievements of top participants during the awards ceremony and closing remarks at 11 AM. Lace up your sneakers and be part of this inspiring movement to advance MDS research miles ahead!
Organiser's Description
YOU CAN MOVE MDS RESEARCH MILES AHEAD. SIMPLY JOIN OUR WALK.
Join Chicagos Move for MDS community walk and move the fight against Myelodysplastic Syndromes forward.
Find out more about our 5K walk and this little-known disease at https://moveformds.org4 ways you can join the movement:
* Register
* Join or build a team
* Grow MDS awareness by telling others why youre walking
* Use our fundraising tools
PARK INFORMATION & EVENT TIMELINE
Burnham Park (1200-5700 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60615)
8 Registration Opens
9 Welcome Remarks
9 Warm Up Begins
9 5k Starts
11 Race Winner Awards and Closing Remarks
Join Chicagos Move for MDS community walk and move the fight against Myelodysplastic Syndromes forward.
Find out more about our 5K walk and this little-known disease at https://moveformds.org4 ways you can join the movement:
* Register
* Join or build a team
* Grow MDS awareness by telling others why youre walking
* Use our fundraising tools
PARK INFORMATION & EVENT TIMELINE
Burnham Park (1200-5700 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60615)
8 Registration Opens
9 Welcome Remarks
9 Warm Up Begins
9 5k Starts
11 Race Winner Awards and Closing Remarks
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