Registration is now open for the annual Bloomingdale Trail 5k on Saturday, September 27. It’s a fun, family-friendly event with a timed 5k and ¼-mile and 1/2 -mile dashes for young runners.
2025 is the 10th anniversary of the Bloomingdale Trail! Enjoy beautiful views of the city while dashing above Northwest Side neighborhoods on the celebrated, much-loved, elevated trail.
Want to boost awareness, loyalty and visibility for your brand while connecting with this great community? The Bloomingdale Trail 5k offers a variety of sponsorship levels with awesome perks! We’re happy to work with you on a tailored sponsorship package. Contact Nancy Swabb at 773-718-1800 with questions, ideas or to set up your sponsorship.
The event is produced by Friends of the Bloomingdale Trail (FBT), the McCormick YMCA, and the Chicago Park District. It’s a true community-organized run and the proceeds support FBT’s year-round advocacy programs.
Schedule of Events
Friday, September 26
4pm-7pm: Packet Pick-Up (early check-in, t-shirt and bib pick-up – recommended!) at the McCormick YMCA*
Saturday, September 27
7:30am-8:45am: day-of runner check-in and t-shirt and bib pick-up*
7:30am – 9:00am: Kids Activity Station open, live music, snacks and beverages, sponsor activations, and lots more
9:00am: Kids ¼-mile and ½-mile dashes
9:20am: the 5k will immediately follow the kids run
After the Race: Awards and post-race snacks and mingling until around 11AM
*Packet Pick-Up, check-in and the start/finish of the race will all take place at McCormick YMCA, located on the WEST end of the Bloomingdale Trail (1834 N. Lawndale)
We hope you will support this great event and Friends of the Bloomingdale Trail!
