Run With Kenyans Pamoja 5K Shakeout Run – Chicago 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Start time
- 10:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Entry fee
- From Free
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5k Run | 5K | Oct 10, 202610:00 AM | Free | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Free until Oct 10.
Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
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 6:55 AM, and the 5k Run starts at 10:00 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
1023 South Delano Court, Chicago, IL 60605
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 10 the day usually runs from 53°F at dawn to 66°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 33% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 78°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
- 1023 South Delano Court, Chicago, IL 60605Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 610 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 10, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Run With Kenyans Pamoja 5K Shakeout Run – Chicago?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at Free before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Oct 10, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- 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.
- Where does it start?
- 1023 South Delano Court, Chicago, IL 60605.
From the organizers
Run With Champions. Celebrate Pamoja.
Join us during Chicago Marathon Weekend for the Run With Kenyans Pamoja 5K Shakeout Run — a FREE community event in collaboration with Fleet Feet Chicago, featuring a scenic run along Lake Michigan.
Following the Kenya Marathon Dinner with Champions Night, runners and walkers of all abilities are invited to enjoy a relaxed shakeout run alongside Kenyan athletes, Chicago Marathon participants, and running enthusiasts from around the world.
This fun, social 5K is the perfect opportunity to loosen up your legs before race day, connect with fellow runners, celebrate Kenyan running culture, and experience the joy of moving together.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Run Start: 10:00 a.m.
Distance: 5K