El Grito 5K Family Run/Walk
- Date
- September 13, 2026
- Location
- 26th & Kostner, Chicago, IL
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk Adult · 5K Run/Walk Youth · Kids Dash & more
From the Organizer
El Grito 5K runs along 26th street in the culturally rich Mexican neighborhood of Little Village. The race will precede the Mexican Independence Day Parade.
El Grito 5K recorre la calle 26 en La Villita, un barrio rico en cultura mexicana. La carrera se lleva a cabo antes del desfile del Día de la Independencia de México.
We invite runners of all fitness levels to participate in this event!
¡Invitamos a corredores de todos los niveles de condición física a participar!
Proceeds for this race will go to support New Life Centers in their relentless commitment to young people and their families at the intersection of youth leadership, life-on-life relationships, and restorative justice.
Las ganancias de esta carrera se destinarán a apoyar el compromiso que tiene New Life Centers con los jóvenes y sus familias en la intersección de liderazgo juvenil, mentoría y la justicia restaurativa.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
74°
Typical Low
62°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Northerly Is, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Chicago, IL
Population
2,707,648
as of 2023
Elevation
594 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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Days to train
- Race
- El Grito 5K Family Run/Walk
- Date
- September 13, 2026
- Location
- 26th & Kostner, Chicago, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the El Grito 5K Family Run/Walk?
- El Grito 5K Family Run/Walk is a running race held in Chicago, Illinois on September 13, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the El Grito 5K Family Run/Walk?
- Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois at 26th & Kostner, Chicago, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the El Grito 5K Family Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
El Grito 5K Family Run/Walk
Sep 13, 2026