Razom Freedom Run 5K — Chicago 2026
Inaugural Chicago Edition

Join us for the inaugural Razom Run 5K in Chicago, proudly hosted by Ukrainian Running Club Chicago in collaboration with Ukrainian Community in South Florida Razom Run For Ukraine
Together, our communities will run in solidarity, celebrating freedom, unity, and the strength of the Ukrainian spirit. The race was founded by Ukrainian Olympian Nelya Neporadna in 2022.

Ukrainian Running Club Chicago is proud to host the city's inaugural edition and welcomes runners, walkers, families, and supporters of all backgrounds to be part of this special event.

100% of registration fees and additional donations support Protez Foundation. Every registration helps provide prosthetic care and rehabilitation for Ukrainians who have lost limbs as a result of war.

Race Information

Date: Sunday, August 23, 2026
Start Time: 9:00 AM

Location:
Busse Woods – Picnic Grove #32
Beisner Road
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
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Please enter the preserve from Beisner Road and follow the event signs to Picnic Grove #32.

Parking:
Free parking is available at Picnic Grove #32, just a short walk from the start/finish area. Please arrive 60–90 minutes before the race starts to allow enough time for parking, packet pickup, and warm-up.

Course Map

Race Day Schedule

Your Registration Includes:

• Official Razom Run 5K finisher medal
• Professional chip timing
• Official race bib
• Post-race refreshments
• Awards for top finishers
• A meaningful opportunity to support Protez Foundation

Our Sponsors & Community Partners

Razom Run 5K would not be possible without the generosity of our sponsors and community partners. Thank you for supporting our runners, our mission, and the Ukrainian community.

Our valued partners:
Full Speed Ahead Inc. • Meest • Soloway Coffee • Farmers Milk • Smart Minds • The Bloomee Studio • Limo • Оpillia • Bookva •

Participants must be 14 years of age or older to participate independently. Participants under 14 may participate only if accompanied by a registered adult.

We look forward to welcoming you to the starting line!

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