Run Mag Mile
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Run Mag Mile 2026
Run Mag Mile presented by HOKA is a city road race held on September 12, 2026, along Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. The event closes Michigan Avenue for the race and features on-course entertainment, including live bands and percussion performances. Runners pass landmarks such as Tribune Tower, the Wrigley Building, and the historic Water Tower.
Distances offered:
- 5K
- 10K
- HOKA Mile one-mile challenge (optional)
The 10K course extends onto the Lakefront Trail, providing views of Lake Michigan before the finish in Grant Park. The event includes a post-race celebration with live music and a brunch that provides complimentary adult beverages for participants 21 and over and a slice of Eli’s Cheesecake. Registration benefits listed for the event include an exclusive Run Mag Mile jacket, a Chicago-themed finisher’s medal, a USATF certified course, finisher photos, on-course entertainment, and after-party access with brunch. A virtual participation option is available. The race program also offers group registration and volunteer opportunities, and it supports the Chicago Help Initiative as a charity partner. 2026 details are subject to change. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
