Lakefront Loop 5K
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Event overview
Lakefront Loop 5K takes place on May 3, 2026 at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL. The event offers the following distances:
- 5K Run/Walk
- 250-yard Kids Dash (age 8 and under)
The 5K course is completely contained on Navy Pier and uses the Northwestern Medicine Wellness Way Fitness Trail that encircles the North and South Docks. Dogs and strollers are allowed on the course but are asked to start at the back of the group because the course is very narrow. Proceeds support the Pier’s mission to provide experiences and programs for annual guests at no cost.
Logistics and categories
Pre-race packet pick up and registration occur on May 1 at the Peoples Energy Welcome Pavilion on Navy Pier. Race day packet pick up and registration are also at the Peoples Energy Welcome Pavilion. Prepaid parking options are available for packet pick up day and race morning; participants receive a validation sticker when picking up their packet.
Gear check will not be available. A limited number of lockers are available for rent in the Family Pavilion and near Entrances 1 and 2; standard, extra-large, and jumbo sizes are offered with respective rental fees listed on event materials.
Age-group awards for the 5K are offered by male/female categories: 10 & under; 11-14; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 & over. Kids Dash participants receive a race shirt, a ticket to the Centennial Wheel, and Navy Pier sunglasses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
