Ice Cream Chase 5K

MAY

30

2026

Run or walk through the scenic Bunker Hill Forest Preserve in Chicago for a great cause. This charitable 5K supports the Brian McManus Scholarship Fund and offers both in person and virtual participation.

Sat 30 May 2026

Niles, Illinois

Website

5 kilometers

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8th Annual Ice Cream Chase 5K

The Ice Cream Chase 5K is a running and walking event held in Chicago. The course is situated within the Bunker Hill Forest Preserve, with the start and finish lines located at Bunker Hill, Grove 4. Participants complete the distance on the public bike path provided by the forest preserve.

The event offers the following distance:

5 km

The event is designed for both in-person participants and those who prefer a virtual option. For those attending in person, prizes are awarded to qualifying finishers. The race route follows the established bike paths through the natural scenery of the forest preserve.

All proceeds from the event are directed to the Brian McManus Scholarship Fund, supporting educational opportunities through the Friends of Northside. The 2026 edition marks the eighth year of this annual community event. Sponsorship tiers ranging from Bronze to Platinum are available for local organizations and individuals who wish to support the scholarship fund. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km