'Go Run™

Program Information

Cost

​Free! 'Go Run™ is always free, but everyone must register for each 'Go Run™ they will participate in.

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What to Expect

​Expect a laid-back, welcoming, and hassle-free experience. There will be runners, joggers, and walkers of all experience levels. Whether you are new to running and walking or have been participating for years, 'Go Run™ welcomes you to take part.

Event Schedule

• 8:15 a.m. - Check-In Opens

• 8:55 a.m. - Check-In Closes

• 9:00 a.m. - 5K and 1 Mile Start (No Late Starts Please)

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Registration​

Participants must register for each 'Go Run™ date they will attend, including children of all ages. Registration will be online. Online registration for each 'Go Run™ date will open on Friday at approx. 3:00 p.m., the week prior to each 'Go Run™, and will close on Friday at 2:00 p.m. the day prior to each 'Go Run™.

Bib Number

Participants must pick up a bib number prior to the event. Bib numbers reset every calendar year. Please do not participate with previous year's bib numbers. The 2024 bib is green. All other bibs are no longer valid. While you must register for each 'Go Run™, please keep your bib number and bring it to each 'Go Run™. If you lose your bib, simply come to the red tent and we will be happy to provide you with a new one.

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Check-In Instructions​

Please check-in at your first 'Go Run™ each calendar year. Come to the red tent at 'Go Run™ and pick-up your bib number. You only need to check in once per calendar year unless you need a replacement bib. 

Results / Timing​

'Go Run™ is timed and results will be posted online at www.webscorer.com/cara. Results are not posted at the run. There are no competitive awards at 'Go Run™, however, all participants can complete participation challenges shown on the back of their bib number to earn a free 'Go Run™ shirt. See "GORUN Bingo" below.

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Weather Policy

We will run/walk rain or shine. However, if there is lightning, other hazardous or extreme weather we will cancel or postpone.

Weather-related announcements will be made through the twitter feed at HERE.

General FAQ​

• Minors: Those under 18 must have their parent or guardian sign the participation waiver. There is no age minimum to participate. Parents and guardians are responsible for supervising their children.

• Dogs: If your dog is friendly and well behaved in large groups you’re welcome to bring your dog. Please have your dog on a leash, abide by all Chicago Park District regulations and also please line up behind other participants at the start.

• Strollers: Strollers are welcome, but for safety reasons those with strollers please line up behind other participants at the start. Through the run please stay aware of your surroundings as the park paths are not closed for these events.

• Wheelchairs: Please join us! Note: Some of our routes include some non-paved crossings or uneven pavement.

• Bikes / Skates: Please, no bikes, skates, skateboards or other wheeled devices other than wheelchairs or strollers.

• Lost Bib-Number: No problem. Come to the red tent and we will give you another one.

• Notice: 'Go Run™ reserves the right to deny or cancel a registration when deemed necessary.

Questions / Contact​

Email: info@cararuns.org