• 7:30AM - 8:45AM: runner check-in, t-shirt and bib pick up*
  • 7:30AM - 9:00AM: Kids Activity Station open, Athletico pre- and post-race stretching and assessments, iced coffee and snacks, live bandana printing
  • 8:55AM: runners prepare for start of race
  • 9:00AM: 5k race and Kids ¼ mile and ½ mile dashes begin
  • Post-race snacks and mingling until around 11AM
*Check-in and the start/finish of the race take place at McCormick Tribune YMCA, located on the WEST end of the Bloomingdale Trail (1834 N. Lawndale). Limited parking is available in the area.

2024 Bloomingdale Trail Run

Register for 2024 Bloomingdale Trail Run

Logistics for Day of Run:

  • 7:30AM - 8:45AM: runner check-in, t-shirt and bib pick up*
  • 7:30AM - 9:00AM: Kids Activity Station open, Athletico pre- and post-race stretching and assessments, iced coffee and snacks, live bandana printing
  • 8:55AM: runners prepare for start of race
  • 9:00AM: 5k race and Kids ¼ mile and ½ mile dashes begin
  • Post-race snacks and mingling until around 11AM
*Check-in and the start/finish of the race take place at McCormick Tribune YMCA, located on the WEST end of the Bloomingdale Trail (1834 N. Lawndale). Limited parking is available in the area.
All participants will receive digital photos of themselves that we encourage you to share on socials!



Enjoy views of the city while dashing above Northwest Side neighborhoods on the celebrated, elevated Bloomingdale Trail. This is a family-friendly event with a timed 5k along with a ¼ and ½ mile dash for young runners. Runners will begin and finish on the west end of the Bloomingdale Trail at the McCormick Tribune YMCA (1834 N. Lawndale) where they and their families will be treated to light breakfast treats, coffee and other surprises. The Bloomingdale Trail will be closed to all other users while the run is being conducted. The Bloomingdale Trail Run is produced by the Friends of the Bloomingdale Trail, the McCormick Tribune YMCA and the Chicago Park District.

New this year:  Free Race Photos! 

*Early bird cost for 5K is $25, goes up to $30 July 22nd
*Shirt not guaranteed if registration is completed after 12PM on 9/20

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