The Snowflake Shuffle for MG starts at 8:30 AM at Berens Park in Elmhurst, Illinois, so plan to arrive well before dawn if you're traveling from out of town. The event offers two walking distances: 3 miles and 5K, both accessible for participants of varying fitness levels. Entry fees range from $15 to $45 depending on registration timing and options. This June race gives you a straightforward walking event in a local park setting without the complexity of larger competitive races. If you're basing yourself in the Chicago area for other summer events, the early morning start means you can finish and explore the region afterward.
From the Race Organizer
14th Annual Snowflake Shuffle (formerly the Viking Challenge) for MG ❄ Help Conquer Myasthenia Gravis, aka the Snowflake Disease! ❄ There’s a way for everyone to be included in this year’s Snowflake Shuffle: Join us for the in-person Walk on Sunday, June 7 , or take the Virtual Challenge and do as many miles as you choose in your own way (walk, run, bike, swim), from Sunday, April 26 to Friday, June 5. You could even participate in both Challenges! Our goal is to lift up those who struggle with this disabling rare autoimmune neuromuscular disease. This year marks our 14th annual walk for those with MG ! All proceeds support the mission of Conquer Myasthenia Gravis. Call for Volunteers! Please consider volunteering your time to support our walk on 6/7/26. Please email info@myastheniagravis.org to provide your information and learn more about volunteering! Honoring Tracy Shackelford At the event, we will announce this year's Tracy Shackelford MG Service Award. Tracy Cartwright Shackelford passed away too soon in 2021. Shackelford was a Conquer MG Board member and compassionate advocate for the MG community. In her honor, our closing ceremony will include the announcement of this year's awardee who demonstrates leadership and a commitment to raise awareness of MG. In-Person Snowflake Shuffle - Sunday, June 7 Click the Sign-Up button to register. Pre-register online any time before noon on Friday, June 5. Day-of registrations will be accepted on-site. Online registrations include an additional transaction fee. Adult registrations apply to all youth 14 and older. Registrations after May 1st may not receive their exact size. Adult pre-registration: $45 On-site registration: $50 Youth ages 0-13: $15 For this year’s 14th Annual Snowflake Shuffle at Berens Park in Elmhurst, Illinois, we will walk on a path through the park. SCHEDULE ❄ 8:30 a.m. - Registration opens ❄ 9:00 a.m. - Welcome & announcements ❄ 9:15 a.m. - Walk starts - adults & youth all walk at the same time ❄ 10:30 a.m. - Raffle & awards announced The in-person event features raffle prizes, sponsor giveaways, local health & wellness providers, and snacks. Be sure to visit our "This is what MG is like" stations. Virtual Challenge - April 26 to June 7 Participate where you live! Virtual Snowflake Shuffle: $45 In-person and Virtual Challenge: $45 ❄ Participate on your own or invite family and friends to join you. ❄ Choose how to complete your miles -- walk, run, bike, swim, paddle. ❄Complete as many miles as you like between April 26 - June 7. ❄ Submit photos to be featured in the newsletter after the event. ❄ All miles must be logged in to RunSignup by noon on June 7. As you walk, run, bike, or swim your way through the Challenge, please share your accomplishments! You can post photos on the RunSignup site or email your photos and stories to info@myastheniagravis.org. As you complete your miles, log your activity in RunSignUp. Don't worry - it's easy. Click the tab " Logging Your Miles/Virtual Challenge " f or step-by-step instructions. Complete your walking, running, biking, etc., between April 26 through June 7. Snowflake Shuffle Includes: IN-PERSON ❄ T-shirts for participants ❄ Sponsor giveaways ❄ This-is-what-MG-is-like stations ❄ Health and wellness tables ❄ Raffle Prizes VIRTUAL ❄ T-shirt mailed to your home ❄ Downloadable print-ready bib for your participation photos Optional: Raise Funds for the Cause Your support is vital to help Conquer MG support people who have myasthenia gravis. You can set up your own fundraising page for the Snowflake Shuffle for MG after registering for the event. Share your own story and invite others to support this cause. Your friends and family can add any amount – each dollar counts! ( Note: Be sure to use your Team Name for your fundraising page if you want to ask people to donate on behalf of your Team.) Your confirmation email will include a link that you can share with others. Facebook fundraisers are another easy way to raise funds for the cause. Here’s a link to get started: https://www.facebook.com/fund/ConquerMyastheniaGravis/ . We’ll make sure these amounts are added to our overall Virtual Snowflake Shuffle total. Proceeds from the Snowflake Shuffle make it possible for Conquer MG to complete its vital work: support, education, awareness, and research funding to improve the lives of those who suffer from myasthenia gravis. Can't participate? Just donate! Maybe you're not up for walking or running or fundraising right now. Click the yellow DONATE button to make your contribution in honor of someone or donate to an individual or team fundraiser (as long as they have set up a fundraising page). All proceeds support the mission of Conquer Myasthenia Gravis. Going strong for more than 50 years, Conquer MG provides support, information, advocacy, and research funding to those dealing with this rare autoimmune disease.
