"Run the Ridge" Mary E. Smith 16th Annual Brain Tumor Awareness 5K Event
- Date Sat 14th June 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Chicago Ridge, Illinois
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 16th Annual "Run the Ridge" Mary E. Smith Brain Tumor Awareness 5K event, taking place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in the vibrant community of Chicago Ridge, Cook County. This inspiring outdoor event kicks off at 8:00 AM and runs until approximately 11:30 AM, inviting individual walkers and fundraising teams to come together in support of brain tumor and cancer patients, as well as scholarships and research initiatives.
Participants can enjoy a scenic walk or run along the perimeter of the Chicago Ridge Mall, with registration fees starting at just $40, which includes a chipped timed run/walk, a T-shirt, and finisher medals. Early registrants will also have the chance to qualify for special raffle prizes. With family-friendly entertainment, health and business vendors, and a heartfelt Honor/Memory ceremony, this event promises to be a memorable day filled with purpose and community spirit. Don’t miss the opportunity to make a difference—your participation matters!
Participants can enjoy a scenic walk or run along the perimeter of the Chicago Ridge Mall, with registration fees starting at just $40, which includes a chipped timed run/walk, a T-shirt, and finisher medals. Early registrants will also have the chance to qualify for special raffle prizes. With family-friendly entertainment, health and business vendors, and a heartfelt Honor/Memory ceremony, this event promises to be a memorable day filled with purpose and community spirit. Don’t miss the opportunity to make a difference—your participation matters!
Organiser's Description
WE NEED YOU!!!!
INDIVIDUAL WALKERS OR FUNDRAISING TEAMS!
SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 2025 @ 8:00AM -11AM
Outdoor walk/run rain or shine along the perimeter of the CHICAGO RIDGE MALL to support BRAIN TUMOR/CANCER PATIENTS, SCHOLARSHIPS & RESEARCH
(Enter off 99th Street Ridgeland Ave. to enter the South Parking Lot of Dick's Sporting Goods)
EVENT TENTATIVE AGENDA:
6:30 am - 7:30 am Vendor Set up
7:30 am - 8:00am Vendor Booths & Registration opens
8:15 am Presentations
8:30 am Walk Start
10:30 am Entertainment
10:45 am Honor/Memory Ceremony
*Event typically concludes ~11:30am/12pm
Vendors open throughout the event
$40 For Chipped Timed Run/Walk, T-shirt & Finisher Medals
Placement Medals & Team Prizes
Price Increase APRIL 1ST $45, JUNE 1ST $50, ONSITE REGISTRATION $55
T-shirt sizes guaranteed until JUNE 1, 2025
ADDITIONAL EVENT FEATURES:
Health & Business Vendors
Family Friendly Music & Entertainment
Balloon Release
Register early to qualify for Special Raffle Prizes*
*1ST TIER PRIZE QUALIFIER if registered _by April 1st_ Then 2ND TIER PRIZE QUALIFIER if Registered by _ May 31st_
5K TEAM PRIZES - Our teams successfully raise thousands of dollars towards financial assistance, research & grants annually. Visit www.maryesmithfoundation.org [https://www.maryesmithfoundation.org] to view & donate directly to one of our 2025 Gray Matters Fundraising Teams
_TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM AWARD Announced @ the event_
_LARGEST MEMBER TEAM AWARD Announced @ the event _
A portion of proceeds will benefit both NATIONAL BRAIN TUMOR SOCIETY & MESF Scholars
To SPONSOR or DONATE as a BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION or VOLUNTEER Visit the link Sponsors/Vendors/Donors/Volunteers [https://form.jotform.com/250264553771155]
If you want more information on starting a FUNDRAISING TEAM, please Email us at [email protected] _
WE NEED YOU TO PARTICIPATE! RUN OR WALK A 5K TO SUPPORT THE FIGHT AGAINST BRAIN TUMORS! YOUR GRAY MATTERS SO ACT TODAY!
INDIVIDUAL WALKERS OR FUNDRAISING TEAMS!
SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 2025 @ 8:00AM -11AM
Outdoor walk/run rain or shine along the perimeter of the CHICAGO RIDGE MALL to support BRAIN TUMOR/CANCER PATIENTS, SCHOLARSHIPS & RESEARCH
(Enter off 99th Street Ridgeland Ave. to enter the South Parking Lot of Dick's Sporting Goods)
EVENT TENTATIVE AGENDA:
6:30 am - 7:30 am Vendor Set up
7:30 am - 8:00am Vendor Booths & Registration opens
8:15 am Presentations
8:30 am Walk Start
10:30 am Entertainment
10:45 am Honor/Memory Ceremony
*Event typically concludes ~11:30am/12pm
Vendors open throughout the event
$40 For Chipped Timed Run/Walk, T-shirt & Finisher Medals
Placement Medals & Team Prizes
Price Increase APRIL 1ST $45, JUNE 1ST $50, ONSITE REGISTRATION $55
T-shirt sizes guaranteed until JUNE 1, 2025
ADDITIONAL EVENT FEATURES:
Health & Business Vendors
Family Friendly Music & Entertainment
Balloon Release
Register early to qualify for Special Raffle Prizes*
*1ST TIER PRIZE QUALIFIER if registered _by April 1st_ Then 2ND TIER PRIZE QUALIFIER if Registered by _ May 31st_
5K TEAM PRIZES - Our teams successfully raise thousands of dollars towards financial assistance, research & grants annually. Visit www.maryesmithfoundation.org [https://www.maryesmithfoundation.org] to view & donate directly to one of our 2025 Gray Matters Fundraising Teams
_TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM AWARD Announced @ the event_
_LARGEST MEMBER TEAM AWARD Announced @ the event _
A portion of proceeds will benefit both NATIONAL BRAIN TUMOR SOCIETY & MESF Scholars
To SPONSOR or DONATE as a BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION or VOLUNTEER Visit the link Sponsors/Vendors/Donors/Volunteers [https://form.jotform.com/250264553771155]
If you want more information on starting a FUNDRAISING TEAM, please Email us at [email protected] _
WE NEED YOU TO PARTICIPATE! RUN OR WALK A 5K TO SUPPORT THE FIGHT AGAINST BRAIN TUMORS! YOUR GRAY MATTERS SO ACT TODAY!
Races
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"Run the Ridge" Mary E. Smith Annual Brain Tumor Awareness 5K Event
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 14th June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS SOONEVENT TENTATIVE AGENDA: 6:30 am - 7:30 am Vendor Set up 7:30 am - 8:00am Vendor Booths & Registration opens 8:15 am Presentations 8:30 am Walk Start 10:30 am Entertainment 10:45 am Honor/Memory Ceremony *Event typically concludes ~11:30am/12pmVendors open throughout the event Chipped Timed Run/Walk, T-shirt & MedalsFinisher Medal & Team Prizes T-shirt sizes guaranteed until June 1st
"Run the Ridge" Mary E. Smith 16th Annual Brain Tumor Awareness 5K Event