2024 Komen Chicago Race for the Cure
Saturday, September 28, 2024
7:00 a.m. | Site Opens
8:30 a.m. | Opening Ceremony & Parade of Hope
Soldier Field
$253.54
Chicago
IL
Do I get a T-shirt?
All registered participants will receive an event T-shirt. The shirts for survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer will be in special colors to recognize their role in our event.
Register by Sunday, September 1, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time to receive your shirt before event day!
How will I get my T-shirt?
Register before Sunday, September 1, 2024:
• T-shirts will be mailed to you before Race Day.
Register from Monday, September 2 - Friday, September 27:
• T-shirts will be available for pickup on event day.
• T-shirts must be picked up on Race Day. There will be no post-race mailing of T-shirts.
Race Day Registration (Saturday, September 28):
• T-shirts will be available for pickup on site at registration.
• T-shirts must be picked up on Race Day. There will be no post-race mailing of T-shirts.
2024 Limited Edition Shirt
We are excited and proud to bring you a limited-edition shirt for the 2024 Chicago Race! To earn your 2024 limited edition shirt, you must fundraise or self-donate $125 individually. The deadline is Race day, October 27, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. EST. All limited edition shirts will be mailed post-race in June to those who qualify. You will receive an email when it ships including a tracking number. No in-person pick up will be available.
Please Note — The limited edition shirt is earned in addition to the participant shirt you receive with registration.
Promotion open to 2024 Chicago Race for the Cure registrants who raise at least $125 USD through their personal Komen fundraising site between April 22, 2024 - October 27, 2024. Size selected at registration will be noted as preferred size, but limited sizes are available. Shirts will be mailed to participants post-race using their address provided at registration. While supplies last. Promotion may end at any time. Size selection determined by Komen. One shirt per participant who qualifies. Void where prohibited.
Race for the Cure® Event Day Schedule
7:00 a.m. | Check-in and on-site registration opens
Be sure to check-in and pick up your commemorative Komen Wrap for Opening Ceremony
7:00 a.m. | Site opens
Explore our four pillars, visit the “We Remember” tent, meet our valued sponsors and more.
8:30 a.m. | Opening Ceremony & Parade of Hope
Honor Survivors and those living with Metastatic Breast Cancer as they walk down the Pathway of Hope, celebrate our top fundraisers, and listen to inspiring stories of resilience.
9:00 a.m. | Runners Step Off
9:05 a.m. | Walkers Step Off
All Day Long | Race where you are
Can’t join us Race morning? Hop on the treadmill, take to your neighborhood sidewalks or the paths of your favorite local park or trail wherever you’re able to gather with friends, family, and team members near you.
Event Day Tools
- Back Sign - Get ready for this weekend by printing and filling in your In Celebration / In Memory back sign now.
- ONE Community Photo Wall - Share your event day photos on social with #ONEKomen and #RacefortheCURE to add your photos to the wall!
Timing Chips:
Participants who purchase the $5 timing chip during registration will receive a timing chip.
This event is a celebration of the strength and resilience of survivors and all people living with metastatic breast cancer. We honor these members of our community at:
Hope Village Celebration | Saturday, September 28 | 7:00 a.m.
Join us in the Hope Village area for snacks and beverages, to meet other survivors and those living with MBC, and to pick up your gift bag.
Pathway of Hope/Survivor Parade | Saturday, September 28 | 8:15 a.m.
All survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer will line up at Hope Village and walk, united, into our Opening Ceremony where you will be recognized.
Grab a ShareForCures postcard in Hope Village and dive into the groundbreaking world of Komen’s ShareForCures, a research registry focused only on finding the cures for breast cancer. Be part of something extraordinary and empower the fight against breast cancer. Your participation accelerates discoveries, making a real impact on lives. Don't miss this chance to be a catalyst for change!
Your Event T-shirt
Please see t-shirt details for information about how to receive your t-shirt before or on Race Day.
Susan G. Komen's work would not be possible without our incredible fundraisers. It is our honor to recognize those fundraisers who go above and beyond with their efforts and support — our Top Individuals and Top Teams.
Top Fundraisers — Individuals who raise $1000+ and Teams who raise $2,500+
On event morning, follow the Top Fundraiser signs to the area reserved just for you! You’ll be gifted a special Top Fundraiser gift bag, and we invite you to stop in and enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks.
How long is the Race?
The 2024 Komen Chicago Race for the Cure provides two route options. Participants can choose a 5K (approximately 3.1 miles) route or our shorter 1-mile route.
Where is the start line and the finish line?
The start and finish lines are the same for both 5k and 1-mile participants and will be marked by a start/finish line. Exact locations will be noted closer to the event date when the route has been finalized.
Is this race chip timed?
Yes. Please see the Timing Chip section for all the details.
Getting to the Event and Parking
Parking is $25 per car at the Waldron Parking Deck at 458 E. 18th Dr. Chicago, IL 60605. Public transportation is also available to Soldier Field via bus and the ‘L’ . Chicago Transit Authority
Are strollers allowed at the event?
Yes! We encourage participants of all ages to join us on event day!
Can I bring my dog(s) to the event?
Yes! Dogs are allowed to join us on the course and in the event area. Please keep your pet(s) leashed at all times for the safety of your pet and other event participants.
Can I walk the Race?
Absolutely! You can walk the 5k route or we have a shorter 1-mile distance available just for walkers. If you choose to walk the 5k route, please line up behind the runners at the start line/in the area designated for walkers.
For people with cancer or those with compromised immune systems, the CDC and NCCN (National Comprehensive Cancer Network) still recommends wearing a mask, social distancing, washing your hands, avoiding crowds, and other preventive measures.
On Saturday, September 28, 2024, we will race for the people who can't: For those too weakened by treatment to join. For those who are suffering. For those we have lost. Together we will fight back against breast cancer.