Polka Run 5K
- Date Sun 12th July 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Chicago, Illinois
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a vibrant celebration of culture and community at the inaugural Polka Run 5K, taking place on Sunday, July 12, 2026, in the stunning city of Chicago, Cook County! This unique event is part of the Lithuanian Folk Dance Festival, which runs from July 10 to 12 at the McCormick Place Convention Center. The Polka Run 5K promises an exhilarating blend of dance and fitness, inviting participants to embrace the lively spirit of the polka as they navigate a beautiful course along Lake Shore Drive with breathtaking views of Lake Michigan.
Whether you choose to dance your way through the race or run at your own pace, everyone is welcome to join in the fun! Dress in the vibrant colors of the Lithuanian flag—yellow, green, and red—and become part of a moving celebration that brings together runners, walkers, and dance enthusiasts alike. Don't miss your chance to be part of this limited-capacity event; register soon to secure your spot! Every participant will receive a distinctive, custom finisher medal, making this an experience you'll cherish long after crossing the finish line. Join us for the Polka Run 5K and let's celebrate movement, culture, and community together!
Whether you choose to dance your way through the race or run at your own pace, everyone is welcome to join in the fun! Dress in the vibrant colors of the Lithuanian flag—yellow, green, and red—and become part of a moving celebration that brings together runners, walkers, and dance enthusiasts alike. Don't miss your chance to be part of this limited-capacity event; register soon to secure your spot! Every participant will receive a distinctive, custom finisher medal, making this an experience you'll cherish long after crossing the finish line. Join us for the Polka Run 5K and let's celebrate movement, culture, and community together!
Organiser's Description
POLKA RUN 5K FIRST INAUGURAL EDITION
Welcome to the FIRST-EVER POLKA RUN 5K! This unforgettable race is proudly part of the Lithuanian Folk Dance Festival, taking place July 1012 at McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago.
The polka is a lively, joyful traditional dance known for its fast tempo and playful spins the moment the music starts, your feet cant help but twirl in circles! So what better place to celebrate the polka spirit than with the stunning Chicago skyline as your backdrop?
If you love to dance, come polka your way through the course. If youd rather run then run! Whether you take polka steps or running strides, enjoy the breathtaking views along Lake Shore Drive and the shores of Lake Michigan, cheered on by an amazing crowd. Wear the vibrant colors of the Lithuanian flag yellow, green, and red and turn the 5K into a moving celebration of culture and community, like autumn leaves dancing along the path!
Walkers are warmly welcome too! This is a limited-capacity event, so register soon and secure your spot to experience the run, the music, the energy, and the unforgettable Lithuanian vibe.
Join us for a celebration of movement, culture, and community see you at the starting line!
Every runner and walker gets a distinctive, custom finisher medal a memorable piece youll be excited to wear and show off!
Welcome to the FIRST-EVER POLKA RUN 5K! This unforgettable race is proudly part of the Lithuanian Folk Dance Festival, taking place July 1012 at McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago.
The polka is a lively, joyful traditional dance known for its fast tempo and playful spins the moment the music starts, your feet cant help but twirl in circles! So what better place to celebrate the polka spirit than with the stunning Chicago skyline as your backdrop?
If you love to dance, come polka your way through the course. If youd rather run then run! Whether you take polka steps or running strides, enjoy the breathtaking views along Lake Shore Drive and the shores of Lake Michigan, cheered on by an amazing crowd. Wear the vibrant colors of the Lithuanian flag yellow, green, and red and turn the 5K into a moving celebration of culture and community, like autumn leaves dancing along the path!
Walkers are warmly welcome too! This is a limited-capacity event, so register soon and secure your spot to experience the run, the music, the energy, and the unforgettable Lithuanian vibe.
Join us for a celebration of movement, culture, and community see you at the starting line!
Every runner and walker gets a distinctive, custom finisher medal a memorable piece youll be excited to wear and show off!
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Polka Run 5K
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Sun 12th July 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$43.40
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