HBCU Run & Brunch
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2nd Annual HBCU Run & Brunch
The event takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, on Chicago’s South Side at Hillman Yard near 9501 S King Dr. It features in-person running and walking options alongside virtual options and a post race brunch area. Registration tiers include general access, a VIP brunch lounge called The iN Crowd Lounge, and brunch only spectator passes.
Participants can choose between multiple course distances and virtual alternatives. The post race area at Hillman Yard includes food vendors, music, and separate VIP seating with reserved seating and premium food and drink options. Group registration offers discounts and tent space for groups of ten or more representing HBCUs, PBIs, Divine Nine organizations, PWIs, and community groups.
Fundraising is part of the event; listed beneficiary organizations include Hillman Recreation Foundation and Black Baseball Media Foundation NFP, each shown with fundraising goals. Sponsors named for the event include The Seniors and The Listening Tree.
Distances: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 10K run
- 5K run
- 5K walk
- Virtual 5K
- Virtual 10K