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Walking Events Calendar near Park Forest 2026-2027

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Explore the top walking events near Park Forest for 2026-2027! We've gathered 77 great walks in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local walk.

July 2026
Walkers follow a scenic 3.1 Miles loop starting at Calumet College 2400 New York Avenue, along a bike path by Lost Marsh Golf Course and Wolf Lake with postrace pierogi sampling.
Walkers can join the 5K color course starting at 8808 Columbia Avenue, Munster IN, with music and color stations along the community route. The event welcomes walkers of all ages and abilities and runs alongside the 5K race.
August 2026
Walkers can take the free 5K route through Hammel Woods Forest Preserve from the Route 59 Brook Forest Road access. The course has mile markers, one staffed water table and postrace drinks; strollers and leashed pets are welcome.
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 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 can join an untimed 5K at Montrose Harbor in Chicago alongside the timed 5K run. Packet pick-up is available the day before at Fleet Feet Old Town and on race morning.
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 have a chip timed 5K at Four Seasons Park in Shorewood, IL covering 3.108 Miles alongside the running race. Post race Beer Garden offers a pint of beer or a soda for those under 21 and participants receive a T shirt, finisher medal and so..
Walkers can take the 5K course on the Tour de 63rd Street starting at South Side YMCA, suitable for all paces and held alongside running races. It includes free PSA screenings, check in items like T shirt, bib and hydration, plus medals.
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Joliet Walkers follow a 6.6K out and back route beginning at the Old Joliet Prison along historic Route 66. The event includes a relaxed cool down and refreshments after the route and supports the Route 66 centennial and ALS awareness.
September 2026
Spirits Run for ALS - Wilmington Walkers are welcome on a noncompetitive 6.6K in Wilmington beginning at the Gemini Giant, following sidewalks, pedestrian paths and marked crosswalks. No streets will be closed and volunteers will assist with wayfinding and safety.
Walkers can take the 5K Run Walk from Washington Street West Taxiway in Downers Grove with packet pickup at Brookeridge Main Street Park. A virtual 5K runs Sept 5 to 12 so walkers may choose their own route; jogging strollers allowed and no d..
Participants can walk the 3.1 Miles course starting at 3900 S Lakeshore Dr in Chicago as part of the annual run and walk. Proceeds support families and charities, and a virtual option is available for remote participation.
Walkers follow the 3.1 Miles course beginning at the West Pavillon in Lloyd Erickson Park (801 N Chicago Street, Elwood). There is a 75 minute cut off to finish, onsite packet pickup and registration at the race location, and entry to the Main Co..
Walkers can join a non timed 1 Mile walk at the Lake County Fairgrounds Grandstand in Crown Pont, or take the General Stair Climb of 17 laps of 120 stairs totaling 1,980 steps on the grandstand. The walk fee is $20 and walkers receive a wristband..
The event offers walkers a chip timed 5K on the Chicago lakefront at 39th Street Beach on a road course alongside the running races.
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