
RACE TO WRIGLEY 5K CHARITY RUN PRESENTED BY AbbVie is a running race on September 20, 2026 in Chicago, IL, featuring the 5K distance, with an entry fee of $39.
From the Organizer
Calling all runners!
Step up to the plate for Chicago's youth during the 21st Annual Race to Wrigley 5K Charity Run Presented by AbbVie scheduled for Sunday, September 20, 2026 at Wrigley Field. As we get closer to race day more information and details on the race will be provided.
Proceeds from the race will benefit Cubs Charities and its mission to invest in people, places, and programs to level the playing field for Chicago’s youth. As Champion Partner of the race, we’re not just running — we’re racing toward hope. If you select Advocate Health Care to receive the proceeds from your personal fundraising, every dollar you raise helps ensure children and teens have access to behavioral health care when and where they need it most through Advocate Children’s Hospital.
When you run, your community wins! Thank you.
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
72°
Typical Low
59°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Northerly Is, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
2,707,648
as of 2023
City 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
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at RACE TO WRIGLEY 5K CHARITY RUN PRESENTED BY AbbVie, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
82
Days to train
Coming Up
Race to Cure Sarcoma Chicago
2 miles away
2026 Chi-Care 5K Run/Walk
Less than a mile away
Chicago Fall Classic Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Less than a mile away
Polish Independence Run
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 an 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)
RACE TO WRIGLEY 5K CHARITY RUN PRESENTED BY AbbVie
Sep 20, 2026