2nd Annual Lucky 7K & 1M

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.

🏃🏾‍♀️ 2nd Annual HBCU Run & Brunch – Now a 10K + 5K! 🥞

📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026

Stride. Sweat. Savor.

The celebration grows! Our second annual HBCU Run & Brunch brings even more energy to Chicago’s South Side—featuring a brand-new 10K run alongside the classic 5K run/walk. Whether you’re chasing a PR, strolling with friends, or just coming for the brunch vibes, it’s your moment to rep your school, your crew, and your city.

💥 What to Expect

• Your choice of a challenging 10K or a fun, all-levels 5K

• An epic post-race brunch experience with music, vendors, and HBCU/PBI culture

• Discounts + Tent Space for groups of 10+ to rep HBCUs, PBIs, Divine Nine orgs—PWIs and community groups welcome!

🔥 Key Dates

• 2025 Participant Pre-Registration Pricing: starting at $30 Oct 14, 2025

📲 Stay Connected

Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @HBCURun for updates, sponsor drops, and all the brunch details.

Let’s stride, sweat, savor—and keep building this tradition together!