Get Your Rear in Gear - Chicago
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Get Your Rear in Gear Chicago
Get Your Rear in Gear Chicago is a colon cancer 5K run and walk taking place on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at Montrose Harbor, 601 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60613. The event raises funds for the Colon Cancer Coalition and includes in-person and virtual participation options.
The event program features multiple participation formats:
- 5K timed run and untimed walk
- Kid’s Fun Run (10 and under)
- Virtual participation option
Registration opens with tiered fees. Early bird pricing is available through July 14, 2026 with regular fees from July 15 through race day. Fee categories listed by the organizer include adults, youth (18 and under), kids 10 and under, and virtual participants. Online registration closes at midnight on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Day-of packet pick-up details are listed as TBD.
The published event schedule lists registration and packet pick-up, an opening ceremony, the kid’s fun run, the 5K run and walk, and a closing ceremony with awards. Specific start times and packet pick-up instructions are provided by the organizer separately. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
