NIGHT Run for Chocolate Lovers 5K/10K CHICAGO/EVANSTON

  • Date Fri 1st November 2024
  • Location Evanston, Illinois
  • Price $38.10 - $45.52
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km, 1 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready to indulge your love for chocolate while staying active at the Night Run for Chocolate Lovers, taking place on Friday, November 1, 2024, in the charming city of Evanston, Cook County. This exciting event offers both 5K and 10K race distances, perfect for participants of all paces and agesโ€”whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy a fun evening outdoors.

As you race towards the finish line, you can look forward to delightful surprises, including a fantastic running shirt, a finisher's medal, and of course, delicious chocolate waiting for you at the end! With waves capped at just 15-20 participants, this intimate setting ensures a supportive and enjoyable atmosphere. Plus, if you can't make it in person, there's a virtual run option available, allowing you to participate from anywhere. Grab your friends, set your goals, and join the fun for a memorable night full of chocolatey joy and community spirit!

Organiser's Description

FOR ALL THE CHOCOLATE LOVERS, THIS RUN IS FOR YOU! YOULL LOVE THE SHIRT WE SEND YOU AND OF COURSE, WE'LL HAVE CHOCOLATE FOR YOU AT THE FINISH LINE. SET A GOAL, BRING A FRIEND, AND JOIN THIS SUPER FUN 5K/10K/13.1 HALF-MARATHON!

OVERVIEW:

JOIN US IN OUR SUNSET/FRIDAY NIGHT RUN SERIES!

RUN WILL SELL-OUT QUICK! PRICE WILL INCREASE AFTER EVERY 20 PARTICIPANTS. WE WILL CLOSE OFF WAVES THE MOMENT THEY FILL UP. IF WAVES ARE SOLD OUT, YOU CAN SIGN-UP FOR THE VIRTUAL RUN OPTION OR WAIT LIST.

THIS SMALL, PRIVATE GROUP RUN IS CAPPED AT JUST 15-20 PARTICIPANTS PER WAVE.

ALL PACES AND AGES (UNDER 18 WITH GUARDIAN) ARE WELCOME - RUN OR WALK!

THERE'S NO EQUIPMENT OR SETUP, THIS IS JUST A PURE RUN WITH OUR COORDINATORS TO SUPPORT YOU!

TIMING:

THIS IS A STRESS FREE RUN TO SUPPORT YOU IN ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS!

- NO TIMING CHIPS.

- TIMING (OPTIONAL): OUR COORDINATORS CAN HELP YOU KEEP YOUR TIME USING BIB NUMBERS GIVEN OUT ON RACE DAY! PLEASE TELL OUR COORDINATOR ON RACE DAY AND THEY WILL WALK YOU THROUGH AN EASY PROCESS OF NOTING YOUR START AND STOP TIME, TO REPORT YOUR FINAL RESULTS!

WHAT YOU GET (SWAG BAG):

- RUNNING T-SHIRT (SHIPPED TO THE ADDRESS YOU REGISTER WITH - US ONLY)

- FINISHER'S TOWEL OR GIVEAWAY

- FINISHER'S MEDAL! (SHIPPED - EMAIL US AFTER THE RUN)

- TRAINING PACK & FREE GIVEAWAYS

- (OPTIONAL) WE NOW HAVE TECHNICAL RUNNING SHIRTS. THESE LIGHTWEIGHT, MOISTURE WICKING SHIRTS CAN BE UPGRADED FOR JUST $5 MORE.

- (OPTIONAL) RUNNA COACHING PROGRAM: GET A FREE TRIAL OF RUNNA'S COACHING PROGRAM [https://join.runna.com/lKmc/partnerrefer?deep_link_sub1=BESTRACES]! USE CODE: BESTRACES. GET THE SUPPORT THAT YOU NEED AS A RUNNER WITH TAILORED PLANS TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS, FROM TRAINING FOR A FASTER 5K TO YOUR FIRST MARATHON.

PACKET PICKUP:

NO HASSLE OF PICKING UP PACKETS REQUIRED!

-SWAG SHIPPED DIRECT TO YOUR ADDRESS (PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU PROVIDE YOUR FULL, CORRECT US MAILING ADDRESS INCLUDING APARTMENT NUMBER AND CHECK SPELLING)

- RACE BIBS ARE PROVIDED ON RACE DAY

WHEN WILL I GET MY SWAG?

YOU WILL GET YOUR SHIRT AT YOUR MAILING ADDRESS THE WEEK OF YOUR RACE.

RACE UPDATES:

WE WILL EMAIL YOU A FINAL UPDATE THE WEDNESDAY BEFORE THE RACE WITH FINAL DETAILS AND COURSE MAPS.

DO YOU ACCEPT LAST MINUTE REGISTRATIONS? (FOR THOSE SIGNING UP 2 WEEKS BEFORE THE RACE)

YES, BUT PLEASE NOTE THAT IT TAKES TIME FOR US TO SHIP YOUR SHIRT. YOUR SHIRT WILL LIKELY ARRIVE AFTER THE RUN. YOU CAN WEAR ANY SHIRT YOU FIND APPROPRIATE TO RUN THE RACE!

START TIME: 5:00PM

PLAN TO ARRIVE 10-15 MINUTES BEFORE THE START. YOU CAN ALSO START IF YOU ARRIVE LATE BUT NOTE OUR COORDINATORS WILL ONLY STAY FOR 2 HOURS. PLEASE BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR AN EMAIL ON THE WEEK OF THE RUN FOR CONFIRMATION OF START/TIME.

VIRTUAL RUN OPTION:
- OUR VIRTUAL RUN UNIQUELY OFFERS A TRAINING PACK WITH DIGITAL TOOLS TO SUPPORT YOUR RUN.

VIRTUAL RUNS CAN BE DONE ANY TIME AND PLACE OF YOUR CHOOSING USING ANY TRACKING DEVICE (OPTIONAL). AFTER YOU FINISH, YOU CAN SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS TO [email protected] TO RECEIVE YOUR MEDAL!

RACE BUNDLE:

SIGN-UP FOR MORE RACES AND GET A DISCOUNT! WE'LL SEND YOU YOUR SHIRTS FOR EACH RACE TOGETHER. IF YOU COMPLETE 3 OF OUR RUNS, WE'LL SEND YOU A CUSTOM RUNNER'S TROPHY (IN LIEU OF THE 2ND/3RD MEDAL)!

SPONSORSHIPS & PROMOTING YOUR BUSINESS:

IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BECOME A SPONSOR, WE'D LOVE TO HELP PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS!
HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/EVENTS [https://www.thebestraces.com/events]



TEAM GLO VOLUNTEERS:

IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN HELPING PUT ON RUNS FOR THE COMMUNITY AND HELPING PEOPLE ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS, WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS, FILL OUT THE FORM HERE: HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/VOLUNTEER-FORM/ [https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/]



RUN FOR OTHERS: MAKE A DIFFERENCE

EVERY YEAR WE AIM TO PROVIDE 5,000 STIPENDS, SCHOLARSHIPS, OR JUST FREE ENTRIES (WITH SHIRT & MEDAL) TO THOSE WHO ARENT ABLE TO PAY FOR A REGISTRATION TICKET THEMSELVES. WE BELIEVE EVERY PERSON SHOULD HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO PART OF A FUN, COMMUNITY RUN.

THIS INCLUDES AT RISK YOUTH, ORPHANS, OR THE MARGINALIZED.

IF YOURE AN ORGANIZATION OR NON-PROFIT WANTING TO APPLY FOR STIPEND/SCHOLARSHIPS, FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION AT [email protected].

Races

  • 5K Registration

    Incl. $3.22 Fee & Running Shirt + Packet

    Fri 1st November 2024

    $40.22

  • 10K Registration

    Incl. $3.52 Fee & Running Shirt + Packet

    Fri 1st November 2024

    $45.52

  • Virtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1)

    Incl. $3.22 Fee & Virtual Packet (5K/10K/13.1)

    $40.22

  • Family 1 Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Fri 1st November 2024

    $38.10

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Elliott Park, Evanston, 60602, IL, United States

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