Frank Lloyd Wright Races 2026
- Date
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Start time
- 8:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Oak Park, Illinois
- Entry fee
- From $29
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K Run | 10K | Oct 18, 20268:00 AM | $56 | 715 |
| 5K Run | 5K | Oct 18, 20268:30 AM | $56 | 1,015 |
| 5K Walk | 5K | Oct 18, 20268:45 AM | $51 | 365 |
| Lil Runners - 3 Year Old | Other | Oct 18, 20269:15 AM | $29 | – |
| Lil Runners - 4 Year Old | Other | Oct 18, 20269:15 AM | $29 | – |
| Lil Runners - 5 Year Old | Other | Oct 18, 20269:15 AM | $29 | – |
| Youth Mile | Kids | Oct 18, 20269:15 AM | $41 | 200 |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 10K Run and 5K Run: $56 until Oct 19.
- 5K Walk: $51 until Oct 19.
- Lil Runners - 3 Year Old: $29 until Oct 19.
- Lil Runners - 4 Year Old and Lil Runners - 5 Year Old: $29 until Oct 18.
Online registration closes Oct 19, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $56, entry is about 33 percent above a typical 10K in Illinois, which costs $42 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 10K in Illinois runs 1:03:01, about 10:08 a mile, based on 51 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:07:48 and men in 57:32.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 7:05 AM, and the 10K Run starts at 8:00 AM. The start sits about 660 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
201 N Scoville Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
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 October 18 the day usually runs from 46°F at dawn to 63°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 31% of days. Cold snaps dip to 37°F and hot years reach 74°F.
Based on 75 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
- 201 N Scoville Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 660 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K, 10K, Kids, Other
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 18, 2026), 2025 (Oct 19, 2025), 2024 (Oct 20, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is Frank Lloyd Wright Races?
- Sunday, October 18, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $29 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 19, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Illinois?
- At $56, entry is about 33 percent above a typical 10K in Illinois, which costs $42 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.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, 10K, Kids, Other.
- Where does it start?
- 201 N Scoville Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302.
From the organizers
Bring your racing and running season to a close in historic Oak Park with the flat, fast, and scenic route of the 50th Frank Lloyd Wright Races, featuring a 5K Run/Walk, a 10K Run, a Youth Mile for ages 6-14, and a Lil Runners 50-yard dash for ages 3-5. Whether you're a serious runner or looking for an active day with family or friends, join us for this iconic race!
All events are on Sunday, October 18. The course for the 10K passes by eight Frank Lloyd Wright buildings, including the Home and Studio! The 5K passes by the Forest Avenue homes along with the iconic Home and Studio.