Coffee Lovers Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

The Run for Coffee Lovers 5K/10K/13.1 Chicago/Evanston is a small-group race on Chicago’s Lakefront Trail, offering 5K, 10K, half marathon, and 1-mile family run options. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome, with participants under 18 requiring a guardian. The event uses capped waves, meaning entries may close once a wave is full. Runners who miss out can select the virtual option or join a waitlist. Timing is optional, allowing for a more relaxed atmosphere than a formal road race; participants can use an app to track their run and submit the result later. The course follows the Lakefront Trail, with the specific map provided via email instead of being published beforehand. The race emphasizes casual participation and personal goals over elite competition, with organizers available and no special equipment needed. The coffee theme is direct: the first five finishers receive coffee. Standard registration includes a shirt, while an eco-registration option omits the shirt. Virtual 5K, 10K, and half marathon entries are available, and the race can be combined with other themed local runs for a discount.