Race Against Gun Violence

  • Date Thu 4th June 2026
  • Time 6:00PM CDT
  • Location Chicago, Illinois
  • Price $19.00 - $39.00
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5 Mile, 5km, Sprint

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Event summary

Join us for the Race Against Gun Violence (RAGV) on Thursday, June 4th, 2026, in the vibrant city of Chicago, Cook County. This inspiring event kicks off at 5:00 PM, featuring charity booths that showcase the impactful work of local organizations dedicated to ending gun violence. At 6:00 PM, participants can warm up and cheer on the young ones during the Kids Sprint before the main race starts at 6:30 PM.

Whether you choose to participate in the 8K, 5K, or the 2-Mile Walk, this event is more than just a raceβ€”it's a powerful movement towards creating a safer community. Rally your friends, family, and colleagues to walk or run alongside you, and leverage your networks to raise funds for your chosen charity partner. Every step you take and every dollar you raise will directly support grassroots efforts to combat gun violence in Chicago. Together, let’s cultivate hope and inspire change! Share your journey on social media with #RAGV2026 and #StridesForPeace, and be part of this vital cause.

Organiser's Description

THURSDAY EVENING, JUNE 4TH, 2026

5:00 PM Charities with Booth Spaces Set-Up
6:00 PM Welcome, Warm-Up & Kids Sprint
6:30 PM Race Start

Join us for the RACE AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE (RAGV): a powerful celebration of the life-changing work of local community organizations and a chance for everyone who cares about ending gun violence to take meaningful action.

This is your opportunity to cultivate hope: run, walk, or sprint alongside others who share the vision of a community free from gun violence. Every step counts, and 100% of charitable contributions you raise go directly to your selected CHARITY PARTNER, supporting efforts to end gun violence where it matters most.

Heres how you can make an impact:

* PARTICIPATE in the 8K, 5K, 2-Mile Walk, or Kids for Peace Sprint.
* INVITE friends, family, and colleagues to join you or cheer you on!
* MOBILIZE YOUR NETWORKSask local businesses and community connections to support your chosen charity.

Spread the wordshare your story on social media using #RAGV2026 #StridesForPeace and inspire others to take part.

Together, we can bring resources, connections, and support to some of Chicagos most dedicated grassroots organizations exactly when they need it most. Every step, every dollar, every voice matters. Thank you for making Strides for Peace.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR INCREDIBLE CHARITY PARTNERS AND THEIR WORK TO END GUN VIOLENCE BY VISITING THE LINKS BELOW.

Races

  • 8K Run

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Thu 4th June 2026 (6:00PM CDT)

    $39.00

  • 5K Run

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Thu 4th June 2026 (6:00PM CDT)

    $39.00

  • 2 Mile Walk

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Thu 4th June 2026 (6:00PM CDT)

    $39.00

  • Kids for Peace Sprint

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Thu 4th June 2026 (6:00PM CDT)

    $19.00

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Location

Grant Park - Upper Hutchinson Field, 250 E Balbo Drive, Chicago, 60605, IL, United States

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