Name: Bagel Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON
Start: 2026-08-15T12:30:00.000Z
End: 2026-08-15T15:30:00.000Z
Location: Lakefront Trail, Chicago, IL 60640, U.S.A.

Chicago

#### **🥯🏃‍♂️ Run for the carbs. Stay for the bagels.**

#### **Love running? Love bagels? This one’s for you.**

#### **Whether you’re chasing a workout or just here for the carbs, this run is all about balance, fun, and community.**

#### **Overview:**&#xA;Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.

##### This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.

##### All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!  

##### There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!

##### When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey. &#xA;

##### **Timing:**

##### - Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time. 

##### - No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!

##### **What You Get (Swag Bag):**

##### - **Running T-Shirt** (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)

##### **- Finisher's Towel or Giveaway**

##### **- Finisher's Medal!** 

##### **- Digital Training Pack** 

##### - [**Online Results & Certificate of Completion**](https://www.thebestraces.com/results/)

##### **-** [**Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs**](https://www.thebestraces.com/run-or-walk-club/)

##### - **We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional).** These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more. 

##### **Packet Pickup:**

##### No hassle of picking up packets required!

##### -Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)

##### - Race bibs are provided on race day

##### **When will I get my Swag?**

##### You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.

##### **Race Updates:**

##### We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.

##### **Do you accept last minute registrations?** (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)

##### Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race! 

#####  &#xA;**Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: **[**info@thebestraces.com**](mailto:info@thebestraces.com)**)**&#xA;(Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis)&#xA;Wave A: 7:30AM&#xA;Wave B: 8:00AM&#xA;Wave C: 8:30AM

##### Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)

##### **Are there any other Questions we missed?**&#xA;[https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/](https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/)

##### **Virtual Run Option:**&#xA;- Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run. 

##### Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to [info@thebestraces.com](mailto:info@thebestraces.com) to receive your medal! 

##### **Race Bundle:**

##### Sign-up for more races and get a discount! 

#### **Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:**

##### **If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business!**&#xA;[**https://www.thebestraces.com/events**](https://www.thebestraces.com/events)

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#### **Team Glo Volunteers:**

##### If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: [**https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/**](https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/)

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#### **Be part of the Journey!**

##### Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ [www.thebestracesjourney.com](https://www.thebestracesjourney.com/)&#xA;Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)

Running

In consideration of you accepting this entry, I, the participant, intending to be legally bound do hereby waive and forever release any and all right and claims for damages or injuries that I may have against the Event Director, RunSignup.com, and all of their agents assisting with the event, sponsors and their representatives, volunteers and employees for any and all injuries to me or my personal property. This release includes all injuries and/or damages suffered by me before, during or after the event. I recognize, intend and understand that this release is binding on my heirs, executors, administrators, or assignees.

I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able to do so and properly trained. I assume all risks associated with running in this event including, but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, traffic, and course conditions, and waive any and all claims which I might have based on any of those and other risks typically found in running a road race. I acknowledge all such risks are known and understood by me. I agree to abide by all decisions of any race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I certify as a material condition to my being permitted to enter this race that I am physically fit and sufficiently trained for the completion of this event and that a licensed Medical Doctor has verified my physical condition.

In the event of an illness, injury or medical emergency arising during the event I hereby authorize and give my consent to the Event Director to secure from any accredited hospital, clinic and/ or physician any treatment deemed necessary for my immediate care. I agree that I will be fully responsible for payment of any and all medical services and treatment rendered to me including but not limited to medical transport, medications, treatment and hospitalization.

By submitting this entry, I acknowledge (or a parent or adult guardian for all children under 18 years) having read and agreed to the above release and waiver.

Further, I grant permission to all the foregoing to use my name, voice and images of myself in any photographs, motion pictures, results, publications or any other print, videographic or electronic recording of this event for legitimate purposes.

Bagel Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Includes t-shirt, finisher's towel or giveaway, medal, digital training pack, online results and certification of completion, & invite to join one of our running clubs.

Includes medal, digital training pack, online results and certification of completion, & invite to join one of our running clubs.

Bagel Run 5K/10K/13.1 CHICAGO/EVANSTON

About this event

🥯🏃‍♂️ Run for the carbs. Stay for the bagels.

Love running? Love bagels? This one’s for you.

**Whether you’re chasing a workout or just here for the carbs, this run is all a...

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