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HBCU Run & Brunch

Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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HBCU Run & Brunch

Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Rainbow Beach
Chicago, IL 60649 US

HBCU Run & Brunch CANCELLED!

Y’all… the rain is RAINING, and it will not let us be great. 😩🌧️
 
Rainbow Beach is currently looking more like a swimming pool, and portions of our course are flooded. As of today, we unfortunately have to cancel the HBCU Run & Brunch for the safety of our participants, vendors, volunteers and crew.
 
Our brunch partner, Let's Eat to Live, invites all of you to their storefront at 621 E 67th Street to enjoy your brunch there between now and 12pm today (Saturday, 9/19).
 
We know you have questions. We have questions too. Please give our team the weekend to assess everything and determine next steps. We will begin providing updates and answering questions on Monday.
 
For those interested in completing your race virtually in the interim, we’ll also provide information about virtual participation and receiving your medal.
 
On behalf of the Hillman Recreation Foundation, thank you for your patience, understanding and support. We put a LOT into today, and we know many of you did too. 💚
 
Please stay tuned for updates beginning Monday.

Event Description

Stride. Sweat. Savor.

The celebration grows! Our second annual HBCU Run & Brunch brings even more energy to Chicago’s South Side—featuring a brand-new 10K run alongside the classic 5K run/walk. Whether you’re chasing a PR, strolling with friends, or just coming for the brunch vibes, it’s your moment to rep your school, your crew, and your city.

The HBCU Run & Brunch is a Hillman Recreation Foundation initiative that exists to celebrate Black excellence, promote holistic health, and unite HBCU/PBI students, alumni, and Divine Nine members through movement, culture, and community. As the first event of its kind on Chicago’s far South Side, our mission is to ignite a lifestyle shift—honoring our legacy while empowering participants to stride toward better health, deeper connection, and collective joy.
 
We run for wellness. We brunch for the culture. We gather to thrive.

 

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Event Location

Rainbow Beach
3111 E 77th St
Chicago, IL 60649 US View Location on Map

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$1,535

Raised of $10,000

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