Chicago Spring 5K

The Chicago Spring 5K delivers Midwestern energy along Lake Michigan's shore. Runners navigate through Grant Park with its distinctive Buckingham Fountain and continuous water views beneath the iconic skyline. May's variable spring creates unpredictable racing conditions as participants experience both downtown landmarks and lakefront parkland. The flat, fast course offers excellent PB potential while showcasing Chicago's remarkable urban planning with miles of uninterrupted shoreline. Illinois spectators create an atmosphere of genuine big-city support as participants flow through streets representing America's heartland metropolis. This significant race captures Chicago's distinctive character—architecturally important yet accessibly Midwestern—offering a quintessential Great Lakes running experience before the summer heat arrives.