Running Races in Chicago, Illinois — 2026

There are 65 running races in Chicago, Illinois in 2026. The next is the Chicago Miles for Melanoma 5K on July 19. Distances include half marathons, 5K races, ultras.

Thanksgiving Gobble Trot Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Nov 28 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 MileVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1)5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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Coffee Lovers Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Nov 28 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun RunVirtual Run Registration5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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Santa Hustle Chicago

Sat, Dec 5 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road Kids Dash5K10K

From $19.99 Open

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Sunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Dec 12 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K RegistrationVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1) +3

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Run for Breast Cancer 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Dec 12 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt)Virtual Run Registration +3

From $30 Open

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2026 Jingle Bell Run - Chicago, IL

Sat, Dec 12 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual 1 Mile5K Untimed5K Timed +2

From $25 Open

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A Merry Christmas Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Dec 26 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun RunVirtual Run Registration5K Registration +3

From $30 Open

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New Year's Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Dec 26 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 MileVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1)5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

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Sunrise Marathon 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Jan 16 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun Run5K RegistrationVirtual Run Registration +3

From $30 Open

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MLK Jr. Freedom Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Jan 16 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 MileVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1)5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

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Coffee Lover Run CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Jan 30 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 MileVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1)5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

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Run for Donut CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Jan 30 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family 1 Mile Fun RunVirtual Run Registration5K/10K/13.1 Eco-Registration (No Shirt) +3

From $30 Open

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18th Annual F^3 Lake Half Marathon & 5k

Sat, Jan 30 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road 5kHalf Marathon

From $38 Open Closing Soon

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Run for Chocolate 5k/10k/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Feb 13 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K RegistrationVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1) +3

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Valentine's Day Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Sat, Feb 13 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual Family Fun Run 1 Mile5K RegistrationVirtual Run Registration (5K/10K/13.1) +3

From $30 Open

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Chi Town Half Marathon & 10K

Sat, Apr 3 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Virtual 10K - Extended Online Registration10KVirtual Run 10K +9

From $49.99 Open

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Ravenswood Run presented by Fleet Feet x Altra

Sun, Apr 25 · Chicago, IL Chicago

Road 5K5K - SOLD OUTKids' Race - SOLD OUT +1

From $15 Open

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