Our 2026 Spring Fun Run was held on May 16, 2026 in Washington Park. We want to thank every volunteer who helped make it a success. If you are interested in staying up-to-date about the 2027 Spring Fun Run, sign up for our newsletter or fill out the volunteer interest form below.

Our summer programming events focus on community-based races and field days for our Chicago Park District program partners. See below for upcoming events with volunteer opportunities and fill out the form indicating which event you want to join:

• 1-Mile Race: Chicago Women’s Park & Garden on Tuesday July 28 @ 3:15 PM

• 1-Mile Race: Murray Park on Wednesday July 29 @ 2:00 PM

• 1-Mile Race: Chicago West Side Christian School on Thursday July 30 @ 1:00 PM

Our fall Running Mates season features a mid-season training race. This 1-mile race is hosted in a park by the Chicago Area Runners Association (CARA) and their ‘Go Run program. Volunteer roles include running buddies, course marshals, cheer squads, and supporting CARA with their race-day needs.

Specific details will be shared by the end of August. To learn more, please sign up using the volunteer application form below.

Our fall Running Mates season concludes with a community-based 5K run. Volunteer roles include running buddies, course marshals, and cheer squads.

Previous races have included trails runs with Universal Sole and the United Neighborhood Organization’s Carrera de los Muertos 5 in Pilsen.

Specific details will be shared by the end of September. To learn more, please sign up using the volunteer application form below.