Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k - Greater Chicago

Sat, May 2, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT

Location: Chicago, IL; 1778-1972 N John C, N Cannon Dr,, 60614
Type: RUN

At a glance

A welcoming, local-themed event in Chicago offering multiple distances, great swag, and a fun atmosphere for the whole family.

Great for

Family Friendly
Kids & Youth
Walkers Welcome

Great for: walkers, families

Join the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k in Chicago for a welcoming, local-themed event perfect for all ages. Enjoy a variety of distances, from a half marathon with pacers to a fun kid's dash. Participants receive great swag including a designer shirt and custom medal, along with chip-timing, live results, and free photos. Delicious treats await at the finish line, making it a memorable experience for friends and family alike. A virtual option is also available.

What to expect

Enjoy a local-themed run with distances for everyone, from a half marathon with pacers to a kid's dash.
Receive a designer shirt, custom medal, and free race photos.
Celebrate your finish with delicious treats and live results.

Standout details

Designer shirt & custom medal
Pacers for the Half Marathon
Free race photos
Youth pricing & Kid's Dash

Perks & features

Medal
Swag Included

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Distances & registration

7 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $25.98
Opens Jan 25, 2024, 5:38 PM CST · Closes May 2, 2026, 3:15 AM CDT
3.1 Miles
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $38.28
Opens Oct 5, 2024, 1:00 AM CDT · Closes Jan 26, 2026, 6:59 PM CST
6.2 Miles
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $38.28
Opens Oct 7, 2024, 1:00 AM CDT · Closes Jan 26, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

+ 4 more options

13.1 Miles
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $65.46
Opens Oct 7, 2024, 1:00 AM CDT · Closes Nov 3, 2025, 6:59 PM CST
Kid's Dash
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $20.83
Opens Oct 7, 2024, 1:00 AM CDT · Closes May 2, 2026, 3:15 AM CDT
Volunteer and Run
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $20.83
Opens Oct 7, 2024, 1:00 AM CDT · Closes May 2, 2026, 3:15 AM CDT
Virtual Run
Sat, May 2, 7:00 AM CDT · From $46.28
Opens Oct 7, 2024, 1:00 AM CDT · Closes May 2, 2026, 3:15 AM CDT

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The course

Walkers welcome

From the organizer

Join us for the annual Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k! A run local-themed event that is perfect for the whole family. The fun includes -

Great Swag - designer shirt & custom medal

Chip-timing with live results and awards

Pacers for the half marathon

Free photos

Delicious Treats waiting at the finish line

Plenty of fun!

Grab your friends and family, you are not going to want to miss this one! Can't make the race? No problem! We offer a virtual race option where you can run anywhere, at any time, and still earn the fun swag!

*Youth-based pricing for the 5k/10k, 12 & Under are only $17!

Half Marathon Registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

10k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

5k registration includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

1 Mile registration is untimed and includes a custom bib, designer shirt, and an awesome finisher medal!

The kid's dash is a fun, untimed dash for our kiddos ages 10 and under. Registration includes a mini bib, youth-sized shirt, and a specifically crafted medal for our kids' dash event! (If your child wants to run the kid's dash, and doesn't want the SWAG, they are welcome to run with us on race day for free!)

*Register by midnight on Thursday, two Thursdays before race day, to guarantee your shirt!

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