“Run the Ridge LAKE FRONT” Mary E. Smith 17th Annual Brain Tumor Awareness 5K Event 2026 — Chicago, IL

Date
June 27, 2026
Location
Chicago, IL
Venue
39th/Oakwood Avenue
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$40.00 – $55.00
Events
"Run the Ridge-LAKE FRONT" Mary E. Smith Annual Brain Tumor Awareness 5K Event
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On June 27, 2026, the Run the Ridge Lake Front 5K takes place in Chicago at 39th and Oakwood Avenue. This brain tumor awareness event starts at 8:00 AM and offers a single 5K distance. Entry fees range from $40 to $55. The race supports an important cause while giving runners a morning event option on the Chicago lakefront. If you're traveling to Chicago for this race, you'll want accommodation near the start location to minimize pre-race logistics and allow for an early arrival before the 8:00 AM start.

From the Race Organizer
WE NEED YOU!!!! INDIVIDUAL WALKERS OR FUNDRAISING TEAMS! SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2026 @ 8:00am -11am Outdoor walk/run rain or shine along the ridge of the LAKE FRONT to support Brain Tumor/Cancer Patients, Scholarships & Research (Enter off East 39th Street Oakwood Ave. to enter the Parking Lot) EVENT TENTATIVE AGENDA: 6:30 am - 7:30 am Vendor Set up 7:30 am - 8:00am Vendor Booths & Registration opens 8:15 am Presentations 8:30 am Walk Start 10:30 am Entertainment 10:45 am Honor/Memory Ceremony *Event typically concludes ~11:30am/12pm Vendors open throughout the event $40 For Chipped Timed Run/Walk, T-shirt & Finisher Medals Placement Medals & Team Prizes Price Increase April 1st $45 , June 1st $50 , ONSITE REGISTRATION $55 T-shirt sizes guaranteed until June 1, 2026 Additional Event Features: Health & Business Vendors Family Friendly Music & Entertainment Balloon Release Register early to qualify for Special Raffle Prizes* * 1st Tier Prize Qualifier if registered by April 1st Then 2nd Tier Prize Qualifier if Registered by May 31st 5K TEAM PRIZES - Our teams successfully raise thousands of dollars towards financial assistance, research & grants annually. Visit www.maryesmithfoundation.org to view & donate directly to one of our 2026 Gray Matters Fundraising Teams TOP FUNDRAISING TEAM AWARD Announced @ the event LARGEST MEMBER TEAM AWARD Announced @ the event A portion of proceeds will benefit both National Brain Tumor Society & MESF Scholars To SPONSOR or DONATE as a BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION or VOLUNTEER Visit the link Sponsors/Vendors/Donors/Volunteers If you want more information on starting a FUNDRAISING TEAM , please Email us at information@maryesmithfoundation.org WE NEED YOU to participate! Run or walk a 5K to support the fight against brain tumors! YOUR GRAY MATTERS so ACT TODAY!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is “Run the Ridge LAKE FRONT” Mary E. Smith 17th Annual Brain Tumor Awareness 5K Event 2026 — Chicago, IL?

“Run the Ridge LAKE FRONT” Mary E. Smith 17th Annual Brain Tumor Awareness 5K Event 2026 — Chicago, IL takes place on June 27, 2026. The race is held in Chicago, Illinois.

Where is “Run the Ridge LAKE FRONT” Mary E. Smith 17th Annual Brain Tumor Awareness 5K Event 2026 — Chicago, IL held?

“Run the Ridge LAKE FRONT” Mary E. Smith 17th Annual Brain Tumor Awareness 5K Event 2026 — Chicago, IL is held at 39th/Oakwood Avenue in Chicago, Illinois.

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