
From the Organizer
Proud to Run Chicago is a 501(c)(3) charity. Our mission is to support organizations empowering the LGBTQ+ community in Chicago. Gifts to Proud to Run are fully deductible for United States federal income tax purposes, subject to the limitations placed on charitable gifts by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service. The Proud to Run 5K & 10K is organized by an all-volunteer, community-based board of directors.
Events
Weather
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
79°
Typical Low
64°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Northerly Is, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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19
Days to train
Coming Up
Freedom Bike Ride
Less than a mile away
"Run the Ridge LAKE FRONT" Mary E. Smith 17th Annual Brain Tumor Awareness 5K Event
Less than a mile away
Bagel Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON
Less than a mile away
4th Annual Run for the Parks! 5K Run, Walk or Roll
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Proud to Run: Pride Race – presented by Walgreens
Jun 27, 2026