Event Information

10th Annual WTTW Kids Fun and Run: A 3K Family Walk and 5K Fun Run to support children's programming on WTTW.

Sunday, August 25, 2013
9:00 am until noon
WTTW Members: 8:00 am pre-race concert

Lincoln Park in Chicago
Cannon Drive, South of Fullerton

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION

Registrations beginning June 3rd through June 14th will receive 10% discount.  Early bird registrants will also receive a $10 promotional gift certificate from Fleet Feet Sports - Chicago.  The $10 gift card is per total registration (regardless of the number of people registered during the transaction) not per person.  Gift certificate is not redeemable for cash or credit, is not valid on the purchase of gift certificates, and must be redeemed by the expiration date. Gift certificate can be redeemed at either Fleet Feet Sports – Chicago location. For locations and hours, please visit www.FleetFeetChicago.com.

SCHEDULE

Gear check, goodie bag pick up, first aid, bathrooms, baby changing station, hand-wash facilities, and hospitality will all be available starting at 7:30 am. Limited walk-up registration may be available.

8:00 am
WTTW members-only pre-race concert by Ralph's World in the Performance Tent

9:00 am
Start Time for the 5K Fun Run

9:30 am
Start Time for the 3K Family Walk, followed by the live concert performances by Ralph's World on the Main Stage Start/Finish Infield Area

COURSE

5K Fun Run Course – View the course (subject to change)
The 5K certified run course takes runners along the Lincoln Park Lagoon, through the parkland north of Fullerton to Diversey, and back along Stockton and Cannon Drives. Clock your time at miles 1 and 2 and at the finish. The course is well-marked, with hydration stations along the way. Children and strollers are welcome. The run starts at 9:00 am.

3K Family Walk Course – View the course (subject to change)
On the scenic 3K course heading south through Lincoln Park, walkers will enjoy three activity stations featuring some of your favorite WTTW Kids walk-around characters. The entire walk course is on paved surfaces and does not cross any major streets, making navigation with children and strollers easy. Water, bathrooms and hand-wash stations are available along the well-marked route. Please note: the 3K Family Walk Course opens after the start of the 5K Fun Run and will remain open throughout the event.

Rain or Shine

The WTTW Kids Fun and Run will go on rain or shine. Registration is non-transferable and non-refundable. No pets, please.

Parking

The WTTW Kids Fun and Run takes place in Lincoln Park in Chicago off of Cannon Drive and South of Fullerton.

Neighborhood parking will be limited. Please plan accordingly and use public transportation or try the below pay-to-park facilities.

Cannon Drive Park Lot:
Enter on Cannon Drive southbound off of Fullerton, west of Lake Shore Drive and east of Lincoln Park West. Note: There is heavy construction on Fullerton Avenue. Please make travel plans accordingly.

Stockton and LaSalle Parking Lot:
1730 N. Stockton, enter on Stockton, northbound from LaSalle or southbound from Fullerton.

North Avenue Beach Lot:
2045 North Lincoln Park West

Metered and free street parking may be available on the surrounding streets. Please consider public transportation or carpooling.

Questions?

Please call us at (773) 509-5333.