Held Sun, Oct 18, 2026

HOW 5K

Chicago, IL

Race finished
5K

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About the HOW 5K

The course runs through Horner Park, a green stretch on the city's north side. The park setting keeps things straightforward, and all paces fit naturally here, from runners pushing hard to people out for a stroll. The race is a fundraiser for a housing nonprofit, so the crowd tends to be dedicated supporters and neighbors showing up for a cause they care about.

After the run, the afterparty moves to a nearby pizza spot with a patio, food, and drinks. Packet pickup and check-in open before the start, so there is time to get settled without rushing.

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Where can I train for the HOW 5K?

Join a local run club. CARA Run Crew, Second City Track Club, Venados Running Club and others in Chicago welcome runners of all paces, and a weekly group run is the most reliable way to hold a training block together.

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