Bright Star Community Outreach 5K Run/Walk - Hope in Action 2027
- Date
- Saturday, June 5, 2027
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Entry fee
- From $40
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSCO 5K - Hope in Action | 5K | Jun 5, 20279:00 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $40 until Jun 5.
Online registration closes Jun 5, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about 14 percent above a typical 5K in Illinois, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Chicago runs 42:08, about 13:34 a mile, based on 19 races with published results. Women typically finish in 46:56 and men in 35:08.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:16 AM, and the BSCO 5K - Hope in Action starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 610 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
3858 S Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60653
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around June 5 the day usually runs from 58°F at dawn to 74°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 25% of days. Cold snaps dip to 53°F and hot years reach 83°F.
Based on 60 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 3858 S Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60653Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 610 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2027 (Jun 5, 2027), 2026 (May 16, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Bright Star Community Outreach 5K Run/Walk - Hope in Action?
- Saturday, June 5, 2027, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $40 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Jun 5, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Illinois?
- At $40, entry is about 14 percent above a typical 5K in Illinois, which costs $35 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 3858 S Cottage Grove, Chicago, IL 60653.
From the organizers
Join Bright Star Community Outreach (BSCO) for our 5K Run/Walk - Hope in Action fundraiser on Saturday, May 16, starting at 9:00 AM. This community-centered race will begin in Mandrake Park and continue along the beautiful lakefront, offering participants a scenic and energizing route.
This event supports BSCO’s mission to serve under-resourced communities by expanding access to critical resources such as food distribution, community programming, and supportive services for families across Bronzeville and surrounding neighborhoods. Whether you are running for a personal best, walking with friends, or showing up in support of the community, every step helps us continue this important work.