Chicago, Illinois (United States of America) - "Dim Sum and Then Some: The Uptown 5K/10K and Kids Dash". The Dim Sum and Then Some 5K/10K and Kids Dash is held by 501(c)(3) nonprofit social services organization, Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA). CMAA's mission is to serve the needs, promote the interests, and enhance the well-being of low-income immigrants and refugees of all generations and to foster their participation in U.S. society. Your support goes towards empowering our 5,000 clients through our youth programs, workforce development program, citizenship/immigration services, English as Second Language classes, and elder care services. CMAA also helps minority entrepreneurs start small businesses. We provide essential human services uniting entire communities. When you donate to us, you change lives. More than just a run/walk, this race offers each participant a unique cultural experience by drawing from the wide range of ethnicities that CMAA serves in Uptown and Elgin, IL. Prior to the race, runners are treated to two rites of good luck: everyone partakes in a Laotian ceremony where string is tied around each other's wrists, and then colorful lion head dancers will perform a traditional Chinese dance to kickoff the race. Once the race has begun, participants will pass some of Uptown's historic businesses and continue to run along the beautiful Chicago lakefront. Lastly, each finisher will have the opportunity to participate in a post-race block party, where they'll receive dim sum and bubble tea while enjoying more performances by the CMAA youth dance troupes. http://go.evvnt.com/2306840-0?pid=6562

Tinley Park, Illinois (United States of America) - "SSW Running Club Club Challenge 5k". The Homewood Flossmoor Community Running Club challenges all Chicagoland Clubs to compete in the inaugural South-Southwest Suburban Club Challenge. Area clubs can form 3 person teams of all males, all females, or co-ed - both for high school, open, and masters. The times of the three finishers will be added up to determine the Champions in each division. Unattached runners are welcome. Following the race participants can receive one free drink at our awards ceremony at Oliver's in Oak Forest starting at 8:00pm. Email us to get your club registered and receive a $15 discount for members of your club. This Wednesday evening race kicks off at 7:00pm and runs through the trails of Yankee Woods. The Start and Finish of the race is at Yankee Woods, approximately 166th & Central Avenue in Tinley Park. Top three overall individuals will receive awards, as well as the top three in each of the following age groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Older. www.runsignup.com/Race/IL/TinleyPark/ApolloParkClubChallenge5k

Chicago, Illinois (United States of America) - "Move for MDS - Chicago". Register for your local Move for MDS community walk, fundraise and show support to those effected by MDS by joining the Myelodysplastic Syndromes Foundation in our fight against MDS. 100% of every $1 donated goes towards increasing awareness and accelerating critical research. A friendly 5K for everybody! Run, walk, wheel, or any movement you prefer. Register, walk your 5k (3.1 miles), celebrate your success! Use our fundraising & awareness tools. Join or build a team – it's okay to walk on your own too! Help us grow MDS awareness & tell others why you're walking. www.moveformds.org

Shorewood, Illinois (United States of America) - "Will County Brew Run 5k". Like Running? Love Beer? This race is for you! Be aware that this race will sell out quickly so register today! Join us on Saturday, August 31, 2024 for the Will County Brew Run 5k an exciting event that features an awesome course paired with excellent local craft beer provided by Will County Brewing. Whether you are a competitive Runner, Fun Runner, Walker, or just enjoy excellent local craft beer this is the event for you! The 5K Run/Walk kicks off at 4:00pm. There will be a Beer Garden area on site for post race festivities compliments of Will County Brewing! www.runsignup.com/Race/IL/Shorewood/willcountybrewrun5k?raceRefCode=bVdDP95W

Chicago, Illinois (United States of America) - "PAWS Chicago 5K". As soon as you register, you can start fundraising for homeless pets. And the more we raise as a community, the more lives we can save at PAWS Chicago. Plus, you'll get a chance to unlock prizes and perks along the way, including access to our VIP Hero Hangout on event day for all participants who raise $250 or more! https://go.evvnt.com/2350427-0?pid=6562