Cook County
Walking Events Calendar near Cook County 2026-2027
Monthly updates for Cook County
Get new running races (and updates) in your inbox every month.
Explore the top walking events near Cook County for 2026-2027! We've gathered 135 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.
August 2026
The event offers an open 1 mile road walk at Fishel Park for walkers slower than 6:30 pace, with community festival amenities and a hydration station.
Walkers can choose a 3.1 Miles route or a non competitive 1 Miles walk starting from 9400 W. Wicker Ave in St John IN. The 1 Miles walk is not timed and registration is available online through 8/7 and on race day with packet pick up the..
Walkers can take the 5K course on scenic wide limestone and asphalt paths at Mallard Lake Forest Preserve in Bloomingdale IL with flush toilet bathrooms and a virtual option.
Walkers follow a 5k course at Blind Corner Brewery in Naperville, IL alongside the running event, finishing at the brewery for postcourse festivities.
Walkers follow a 5K course in Herrick Lake Forest Preserve starting and finishing at East Shelter off Butterfield Road, with in person and virtual options for forest bathing.
Walkers follow a scenic 5K loop around Lincoln Park and Diversey Harbor from 1746 N Stockton Drive, with water at the start, on course and at the finish, plus an after party with beer wine and snacks.
Walkers can join the 5K route at four simultaneous locations, including the Chicago location at 809 E. 42nd Place. Participants must be 12 or older and sign a waiver; proceeds support prostate cancer awareness, screenings and research.
Walkers follow a 5k course at ERIS Brewery and Cider House in Chicago alongside runners, then celebrate at the finish line.
Walkers can choose 1 mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon or 50K routes around Montrose Harbour at 601 W Montrose Ave, Chicago in a free community walk alongside the run.
Walk a 5k course starting and finishing at Two Brothers Tap House in Warrenville, Illinois, with a finish line celebration alongside the 5k run.
Walkers follow a neighborhood route on the 5K starting at St. Monica Academy, 7100 W Carmen Avenue, Chicago; packet pickup, a race bag with commemorative shirt and a beverage voucher are provided.
An all ages, all abilities community walk starting at 942 213th Street in Dyer, IN. Walkers can go as much or as little as they choose and can enjoy a foam blast and other activities.
Walkers can choose a relaxed 1 Miles Wag and Walk or a structured 5K walk along the Old Plank Road Trail in Matteson near 21800 Central Ave. The route is pet friendly for leashed dogs and registration includes entry to either distance with pa..
Walkers can choose a 3.1 Miles route or a 0.5 Miles kids course through Downtown Skokie around the Backlot Bash grounds, with the event based at 5215 Oakton St. Walkers share the course with runners and receive a T shirt; the 5K is on a USATF..
Walkers can use the 5k course starting at Lake Effect Brewing Company in Chicago, walking alongside the running event.