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Rosehill Cemetery 'Crypt' 5K Run/Walk

Date
October 17, 2026
Distance
5K Chip-Timed Run · 5K Fun Run/Walk
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From the Organizer

Check out fall’s most ‘spirited’ event! It’s the 13th annual 5K on the grounds of the north side’s historic Rosehill Cemetery. Run or walk on the sprawling 350-acre Victorian-era cemetery that opened in 1864. It’s by far the largest cemetery in the City of Chicago (and second largest in Illinois).

Monuments! Mausoleums! Scenic paths! And then there’s the eternal spirits who reside in Rosehill. Among them: more than 10 Chicago mayors, Oscar Mayer, John G. Shedd, Cubs’ announcer Jack Brickhouse, legendary adman Leo Burnett, Sears founder Julius Rosenwald and scores of Civil War vets are just a few of the souls who call Rosehill home.

In addition, there will also be a post run/walk party at the close-by Fireside Restaurant & Tavern.  

Events

5K Chip-Timed Run7 PMRegister →
5K Fun Run/Walk7:15 PMRegister →

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

60°

Typical Low

47°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Chicago Northerly Is, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:06 AMSunset 6:08 PMDaylight 11h 2m

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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Race
Rosehill Cemetery 'Crypt' 5K Run/Walk
Date
October 17, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Rosehill Cemetery 'Crypt' 5K Run/Walk?
Rosehill Cemetery 'Crypt' 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Chicago, Illinois on October 17, 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 Rosehill Cemetery 'Crypt' 5K Run/Walk?
Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois at 5800 N. Ravenswood Ave., Chicago, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Rosehill Cemetery 'Crypt' 5K Run/Walk?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Rosehill Cemetery 'Crypt' 5K Run/Walk

Oct 17, 2026

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