Miles for Manufacturing 5k
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Event Details
The Miles for Manufacturing event takes place on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. It offers two distances: an IMTS 5K and an IMTS 1-Mile run/walk. The event starts and finishes at DuSable Harbor on the Lakefront Trail in Chicago.
Purpose and Background
This event is connected to the IMTS trade show. It aims to unite the manufacturing community. Since its start in 2014, the event has raised over $250,000. All funds go directly to STEM programs across the country that support education for future innovators. IMTS covers all production costs, so 100% of sponsorship and registration fees go to manufacturing education.
Registration and Teams
Registration fees are listed as $40 for the 5K and $30 for the 1-Mile. There is an option for Corporate Teams, where a sponsoring organization can pay for team members. The deadline to join a Corporate Team is September 1, 2026, with payment due by September 11.
Schedule and Logistics
Race day registration and packet pickup begin at 6:15 AM at DuSable Harbor. The 5K and 1-mile events both start at 7:00 AM. Packet pickup also occurs on the days before the race at McCormick Place. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
