Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66- Stop 1: Chicago 6.6K
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 10:30AM CDT
- Location Chicago, Illinois
- Price Free - $64.60
- Races 2 races
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Event summary
Join the excitement on Saturday, August 29, 2026, as Chicago hosts the inaugural Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 event! Kicking off at Addams (Jane) Memorial Park, this vibrant celebration combines community spirit, Route 66 history, and the inspiring journey of Enric Casacuberta, who will run the entire iconic highway solo to raise awareness for ALS.
The festivities begin bright and early at 9 AM with a lively kickoff party featuring speakers, music, and a palpable sense of community energy. At 10:30 AM, young runners aged 3-12 can participate in the free Kids Dash, ensuring that everyone in the family can join in the fun. The main event, a thrilling 6.6K run, starts at noon, offering participants a unique opportunity to experience both the starting and ending points of Route 66 along the same route. Each registrant will receive a custom bib, a race shirt, a finisher medal, and a swag bag filled with goodies. This event is not just a race; it's a movement to support ALS awareness and a celebration of wellness and community impact. Come be a part of this legendary journey as we kick off Route 66 with purpose and pride
The festivities begin bright and early at 9 AM with a lively kickoff party featuring speakers, music, and a palpable sense of community energy. At 10:30 AM, young runners aged 3-12 can participate in the free Kids Dash, ensuring that everyone in the family can join in the fun. The main event, a thrilling 6.6K run, starts at noon, offering participants a unique opportunity to experience both the starting and ending points of Route 66 along the same route. Each registrant will receive a custom bib, a race shirt, a finisher medal, and a swag bag filled with goodies. This event is not just a race; it's a movement to support ALS awareness and a celebration of wellness and community impact. Come be a part of this legendary journey as we kick off Route 66 with purpose and pride
Organiser's Description
AUGUST 29, 2026 ADDAMS (JANE) MEMORIAL PARK
Chicago launches the Solidarity Sidekick Down RoUTE 66 Series with a fullscale kickoff celebration movement, community, Route 66 history, and the inspiring story of Enric Casacuberta, who is running the entire Mother Road solo to raise awareness for ALS. Stop 1 is where your journey meets his.
KICKOFF PARTY AT 9 AM
The excitement starts early with speakers, music, community energy, and Route 66 hype beginning at 10 AM. Packet pickup opens at the same time, so runners can grab their gear, enjoy the festivities, and be part of the prerace buzz.
KIDS DASH BEGINS AT 10:30 AM FREE FOR KIDS 3-12 ALL KIDS WILL GET A CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION AS LONG AS THEY ARE SIGNED UP. Shirts available for purchase until 08/15/2026
SPEAKERS BEGIN AT 11:00 AM
RUN BEGINS AT NOON
At 12 PM sharp, the 6.6K run takes off from Addams (Jane) Memorial Park and this Chicago route delivers something special: Youll see BOTH the Begin Route 66 sign and the End Route 66 sign on the same run. Its symbolic, historic, and the perfect way to kick off your own Route 66 adventure alongside Enrics.
WHAT YOU GET
Eventspecific Stop 1 race shirt
Option to purchase the fullseries Solidarity Sidekick shirt
Custom Stop 1 bib
Finisher medal- any registrants after 08/15/2026 will not be guaranteed the Chicago charm on site- they will be mailed to any late registrants.
Swag bag- inspiration, sweet treat, national parks sticker, and as always you get to pick a swag item from our table
Postrace refreshments
Entry into the Spirits Run raffle
Official timing + posted results
SPONSORS AND RAFFLES:
Crosstown Fitness- raffle
NUUN will be at hydration station #1
Dry Water will be at hydration station #2
Mezcla Protein bars will be at the finish line for a quick snack
WHY WE RUN
Stop 1 supports ALS awareness through the Spirits Run Initiative and honors Enrics incredible crosscountry effort. Your 6.6K is the first step in a statewide journey of solidarity, wellness, and community impact.
Chicago sets the tone. The road ahead is legendary.
LETS BEGIN ROUTE 66 THE RIGHT WAY LOUD, PROUD, AND RUNNING WITH PURPOSE.
Chicago launches the Solidarity Sidekick Down RoUTE 66 Series with a fullscale kickoff celebration movement, community, Route 66 history, and the inspiring story of Enric Casacuberta, who is running the entire Mother Road solo to raise awareness for ALS. Stop 1 is where your journey meets his.
KICKOFF PARTY AT 9 AM
The excitement starts early with speakers, music, community energy, and Route 66 hype beginning at 10 AM. Packet pickup opens at the same time, so runners can grab their gear, enjoy the festivities, and be part of the prerace buzz.
KIDS DASH BEGINS AT 10:30 AM FREE FOR KIDS 3-12 ALL KIDS WILL GET A CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION AS LONG AS THEY ARE SIGNED UP. Shirts available for purchase until 08/15/2026
SPEAKERS BEGIN AT 11:00 AM
RUN BEGINS AT NOON
At 12 PM sharp, the 6.6K run takes off from Addams (Jane) Memorial Park and this Chicago route delivers something special: Youll see BOTH the Begin Route 66 sign and the End Route 66 sign on the same run. Its symbolic, historic, and the perfect way to kick off your own Route 66 adventure alongside Enrics.
WHAT YOU GET
Eventspecific Stop 1 race shirt
Option to purchase the fullseries Solidarity Sidekick shirt
Custom Stop 1 bib
Finisher medal- any registrants after 08/15/2026 will not be guaranteed the Chicago charm on site- they will be mailed to any late registrants.
Swag bag- inspiration, sweet treat, national parks sticker, and as always you get to pick a swag item from our table
Postrace refreshments
Entry into the Spirits Run raffle
Official timing + posted results
SPONSORS AND RAFFLES:
Crosstown Fitness- raffle
NUUN will be at hydration station #1
Dry Water will be at hydration station #2
Mezcla Protein bars will be at the finish line for a quick snack
WHY WE RUN
Stop 1 supports ALS awareness through the Spirits Run Initiative and honors Enrics incredible crosscountry effort. Your 6.6K is the first step in a statewide journey of solidarity, wellness, and community impact.
Chicago sets the tone. The road ahead is legendary.
LETS BEGIN ROUTE 66 THE RIGHT WAY LOUD, PROUD, AND RUNNING WITH PURPOSE.
Races
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Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66- Stop 1: Chicago 6.6K
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (12:00PM CDT)
$64.60
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Kids Dash
Sat 29th August 2026 (10:30AM CDT)
Free
Little legs, big fun! Join us for a FREE Kids Dash at 10:30 AM - right before the main Solidarity Sidekick 6.6K kicks off at noon! Kids 12 & under run their own race in age-group waves, cross their own finish line, and earn a finisher certificate. Wave 1 (Ages 3-5): 10:30 AM Wave 2 (Ages 6-8): 10:40 AM Wave 3 (Ages 9-12): 10:50 AM Limited to 100 kids - register early! Optional youth shirts available for purchase. Sign up online or day-of. Parent or guardian waiver required at check-in.
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550 E Grand Ave, Chicago, 60611, IL, United States
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