Frank Lloyd Wright Races
Frank Lloyd Wright Races is a running race on October 18, 2026 in Oak Park, IL, with entry fees from $19 to $46.
- Date
- October 18, 2026 (77 days to go)
- Location
- 201 N Scoville Ave, Oak Park, IL
- Price
- $19–$46
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Bring your racing and running season to a close in historic Oak Park with the flat, fast, and scenic route of the 50th Frank Lloyd Wright Races, featuring a 5K Run/Walk, a 10K Run, a Youth Mile for ages 6-14, and a Lil Runners 50-yard dash for ages 3-5. Whether you're a serious runner or looking for an active day with family or friends, join us for this iconic race!
All events are on Sunday, October 18. The course for the 10K passes by eight Frank Lloyd Wright buildings, including the Home and Studio! The 5K passes by the Forest Avenue homes along with the iconic Home and Studio.
All proceeds go to the Park District of Oak Park scholarship fund, helping local individuals participate in programming.
SWAG & AWARDS:
All participants receive FLW-inspired long-sleeved shirts and finisher medals.
LOCATION:
All races start and finish near Oak Park & River Forest High School, 201 N. Scoville, Lake & Scoville, Oak Park, IL. Races start just east of the high school on Ontario.
STROLLERS:
Strollers are allowed at the back of the pack for runners in the 10K and 5K Run events. Strollers are also allowed in the 5K Walk.
5K RUN, 10K RUN & YOUTH MILE TIMING:
We use the B-Tag timing system, a tag built into your bib. The 5K Walk is not timed, so B-Tags are not on bibs issued to walkers. Results and finish placement are based on B-Tag times, not your physical place in the race. Someone can finish after you but still have a faster time!
For more information, please visit: www.flwraces.com. If you are interested in additional programs at the Park District of Oak Park, please visit www.pdop.org.
Race registration is non-refundable.
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
63°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Midway Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Oak Park, IL
Population
53,315
as of 2023
City Elevation
620 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 7 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Waiting For?
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77
Days to train
- Race
- Frank Lloyd Wright Races
- Date
- October 18, 2026
- Location
- 201 N Scoville Ave, Oak Park, IL
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Frank Lloyd Wright Races
Oct 18, 2026