2nd Annual Lucky 7K & 1M

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT SO SIGN UP TODAY TO SECURE YOUR SPOT!

Like Running or Walking? Love Wine? This race is for you!

Join us on Saturday, April 11, 2026 with 8:00am, 9:00am, 10:00am and 11:00am starts times (you will select your start time during registration) for an exciting annual event at Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery.

Registration Includes:

• T-shirt: Super Soft Ring Spun Cotton t-shirt included!

• Wine Glass: Shatterproof, Collapsible, and Portable!

• Finisher Medal: Doubles as a Wine Stopper!

• Race Bib: Chip timed 5k run/walk

• Results Posted Online

• ...and of course, a pour of wine!

Chicago Federation of Labor

May Day 5K Run and Walk 2026

"Chicago's Union-Powered 5K"

Sunday, April 26, 2026

Race start: 8:00 AM

Race Day packet pick-up: 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM

Pre Race Packet Pick Up available Friday, April 24, at ONE TWO PRU, 180 N Stetson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601

Race Site:

Chicago Firefighters and Paramedic Memorial Park

adjacent to Lakeside Center at McCormick Place.

2301 S. Jean Baptiste Point DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago

Join the Chicago Federation of Labor for the fourth May Day 5K Run and Walk on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Individuals of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to participate in this family-friendly event to commemorate May Day and its importance to the Chicago Labor Movement. The race will begin at the Chicago Firefighters and Paramedic Memorial Park on the Lakefront Trail near the Lakeside Center at McCormick Place at 8:00 a.m. and continue up the trail through the Museum Campus. The course features a segment on Solidarity Drive and beautiful views of Chicago’s Downtown skyline.

Commemorative moisture-wicking race t-shirts will be provided to all runners and walkers, and medals will be awarded to winners in age-group categories. All participants will also receive a complimentary beverage at the post-race party and awards ceremony following the race. Free parking validation at McCormick Place Lot C is available for all registrants. The "Solidarity Spirit" award will once again be awarded to the team with the most registered participants at the race.

The May Day 5k Run and Walk is UNION STRONG: Our finisher medals, overall awards, and t-shirts are Made in the USA and Union printed. Our tents, tables, chairs and food are all provided by union vendors.

Race Day packet pick-up will begin at 7:00 a.m. near the starting line. Pre-race packet pick-up will be available on Friday, April 25 at ONETWOPRU (180 N Stetson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60601). Gear check will be available for participants at registration beginning at 7:00 a.m. and remain open until 9:30 a.m. All participants must complete the course by 9:30 a.m. to receive an official race time.

PLEASE NOTE: T-SHIRT SIZE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER APRIL 3 DUE TO PRINTING DEADLINES.

Proceeds from the event:

Funds raised from this event will benefit the CFL’s ongoing efforts to support workers in Chicago and Cook County.

2026 Sponsors

Podium Sponsors

NALC Branch 11

USW Local 17 Decorators Union

Finisher Sponsors

Chicago Teachers Union

SAG-AFTRA Chicago

SEIU HCII

Starting Line Sponsors

IBEW Local 9

IBEW Local 134

LiUNA! Laborers’ Local One

LiUNA! Local 1092

SMART Local 73

VISIT THE 2025 PHOTO GALLERY HERE

WATCH THE 2025 RACE RECAP VIDEO

HERE

WATCH THE ABC7 NEWS CLIP HERE

The Wolf Lake 5k takes you on a scenic tour of the William Powers Conservation Area at Wolf Lake. Your trip begins at the visitors center and takes you North through the park to the State Line where you turn around are return to the finish line.

The race is entirely within the William Powers Conservation Area this year.

In addition to our normal race awards, and in honor of those who serve and protect the community, we will have a "First Responders Challenge". Bragging rights and medals will be awarded to the three fastest Police, Fire, and EMTs.

Register early for the best pricing. Entry will be $30 through May 9th, then $35. Race day registration is $40.

Each participant will receive a Commemorative Race T-shirt and goody bag.

This race is a fundraiser for the Hegewisch Community Center a 501(c)3 organization.

Calumet College is excited to open registration for the 2026 annual Pierogi Stumble 5K. We are happy to welcome you back to campus here at Calumet College and hope you have the chance to get to know the many new faces in the department and catch up with old friends alike.

Let’s run fast, have fun and enjoy the beautiful course!!

Dave Lopez

Director Of Athletics

Head Softball Coach

This race falls on the eve of Pierogi Fest, the third-largest event in the State of Indiana.

Entry Fee: (includes T-shirt*, sample pierogis, and adult beverages)

Registration Fees:

• $50 flat fee

*T-Shirt guaranteed to those registered before Tuesday, July 1, 2026

Race day packet pick-up starts at 5:00 PM at The Rittenmeyer Center, 2400 New York Avenue, Whiting, IN.

The race begins at 6:30 PM

Participants will sample Pierogis at the post-race party will be held after awards in front of the Dennis Rittenmeyer Athletic Center at CCSJ. The post-race party will also include adult beverages and music. Parking will be available at CCSJ. The scenic course route will start at the college, and journey on the bike path between Lost Marsh Golf Course and George Lake towards Calumet Avenue. Runners will then cross the Calumet Avenue overpass, turn right, around the pavilion, run alongside Wolf Lake, and finish back at CCSJ. Check out the race map here: Race Map.

Interested in being a race day sponsor? Info here: https://www.ccsjathletics.com/information/pierogi_stumble_5k_walkrun-sponsorship_form.pdf.

Computerized Timing is provided by T&H Timing.

The deadline to receive a T-Shirt for this 5K is 11:59pm CST on 8/1/2026.

This race is the 9th annual 5K walk, race, bike event sponsored by the Prince Hall Masons in the State of Illinois to bring awareness to and support for Prostate cancer, screenings, early detection, treatment options, and on-going research. The race is held at 4 locations simultaneously, Chicago IL, Aurora IL, East. St. Louis IL, and the Springfield/Champaign/Urbana (area) IL. The race is open to anyone interested in participating in the conversation of Prostate Cancer Awareness or who want to support those affected by Prostate Cancer. Race/Walk/Bike participants must be 12 yrs and older. A waiver must be signed. All proceeds raised are donated towards Prostate Cancer awareness and research and assist with free screenings.