Bagel Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Bagel Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Date: Saturday October 10, 2026

Location: Chicago, IL 60640 US

Description: Run for the carbs. Stay for the bagels. Love running? Love bagels? This one’s for you. Whether you’re chasing a workout or just here for the carbs, this run is all about balance, fun, and community.

Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list. This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave. All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk! There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.

Timing:

• Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.
• No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!

What You Get (Swag Bag):

• Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)
• Finisher's Towel or Giveaway
• Finisher's Medal!
• Digital Training Pack
• Online Results & Certificate of Completion
• Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs
• Technical Running Shirts (Optional) - upgrade for $5 more.

Packet Pickup: No hassle of picking up packets required! Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling). Race bibs are provided on race day.

Wave Times:

• Wave A: 7:30AM
• Wave B: 8:00AM
• Wave C: 8:30AM

Late runners can run upon arrival. Coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave.

Virtual Run Option: Offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools. Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). Submit results to [email protected] to receive your medal!

Race Contact Info: https://www.thebestraces.com/