Lakefront Loop 5K

Lakefront Loop 5K Run & Single Loop Walk

Sunday, May 3, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT

Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

The Lakefront Loop is the only 5K completely contained on the Pier, using the Northwestern Medicine Wellness Way Fitness Trail that encircles the North and South Docks. Every dollar raised supports the Pier’s mission to welcome all and offer dynamic experiences and programs for millions of annual guests at no cost.

Kids Dash

Sunday, May 3, 2026, 9:00 AM Start

Age 8 and under. Kids will receive a race shirt, a ticket to the Centennial Wheel and Navy Pier Sunglasses!

Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

• Early Bird Pricing (Oct 10 – Oct 19): $34.99
• Oct 20 – Mar 29: $51.49
• Mar 30 – May 3: $62.48

Kids Dash Pricing

• Early Bird Pricing (Oct 10 – Oct 19): $18.49
• Oct 20 – Mar 29: $29.49
• Mar 30 – May 3: $34.99

Race Details

Pre Race Day Packet Pick Up and Registration: May 1, 2026, 11 AM - 5 PM at Peoples Energy Welcome Pavilion, Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL

Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up: Starts at 6:00 AM at Peoples Energy Welcome Pavilion, Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL

5K Race Start: 8:00 AM

Kids Dash Start: 9:00 AM

Dogs and strollers are allowed on the course, but participants with them are asked to start at the back of the group.

Parking

Prepaid parking is available for $18.49/day for pre-race day packet pick up (May 1, 2026) and race day (May 3, 2026).

Gear Check

Gear check will not be available. Lockers are available for rent in the Family Pavilion.