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SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2019

GRANT PARK

DOWNTOWN CHICAGO IL

EVENT 11:00AM - 2:00PM

THE CHICAGO SWAG

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THE CHICAGO BREWERIES

THE CHICAGO FOOD All 5K and 1/4 Mile participants receive a $5 food voucher to use at the event

THE CHICAGO CHARITY

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REGISTRATION Must be 21 and over to register and participate

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ENTERTAINMENT DJ, photo booth, cornhole, giant jenga, and other activities to enjoy! 

SPONSORS Without local support we would not be able to have the party! 

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The Beer 5K is open to anyone 21 and over that likes to exercise by running/walking, drinking local craft beer, or supporting a local charity and businesses. We have something for everyone. We also have volunteer options if you do not want to run/walk or drink beer. 

 

RACE DAY SCHEDULE - 6/8/2019

- 9:00AM - 10:45AM Packet pickup onsite at Grant Park

- 11:00AM - 5K Race START

- 11:00AM - 1/4 mile walk START

- 11:00AM - 2:00PM Beer Tasting

- 1:45PM - Last Call

SWAG

5K & 1/4 Mile Walkers

- Vintage Event Tee (if registered by 5/31)

- Finisher Medal

- Bottle Opener

- Event Taster Mug

- Beer Coaster

- Beer 5K & Chicago Beer 5K Sticker

- 5  5oz Drink Samples

- Wrist Band

- $5 Food Voucher (Only good at food vendors during event, no cash value)

- Event Trucker Hat (Only to the first 400 registered 5K participants)

 

Tasting Only

- 5  5oz Drink Samples

- Event Taster Mug

- Wrist Band

- Beer Coaster

 

Designated Driver Option (Receives the same swag as the 5K except for the drink tickets) 
- $5 less than regular registration

- Does not qualify for the Event Trucker Hat

Course Map - Click Here

The 5K is a flat course with a mix of Chicago Lakefront Trail and Grant Park path. Gatorade and water will be available on course and at the finish line hydration stations for the 2019 Chicago Beer 5K. We save the best for last. All beer will be at the tasting after the run. No alcohol will be on the running course.

Pre Packet Pickup at Road Runner Sports on Friday, June 7th from 11:00AM - 7:00PM (We recommend picking up your goodie bag on Friday to avoid lines on race day)

Road Runner Sports

1435 N Kingsbury Street
Chicago, IL 60642

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Directions

Registration and Race Day Packet Pickup at Grant Park (Arvey Field) from 9:00AM - 10:45AM (Plan to arrive early to allow yourself time to park and pickup all event materials before the race start at 9:30AM) 

Grant Park (Arvey Field)
1501 S Lakeshore Dr
Chicago, IL 60601

Directions

The Beer 5k recommends eco-friendly transportation for your convenience: carpool, bicycle or use public transit!

Public Transportation

- CTA (Chicago Transit Authority): Click here for CTA’s trip planner or call 888.YOUR.CTA

- Metra Train Service: Click here or call 312.322.6777

- RTA (Regional Transit Authority): Click here for more info

 

Parking

- Limited street parking may be available 

- Paid parking is available at various parking garages. Click here for spot hero recommendations.

- Bicycle parking is available near the race start/finish location and there are 4 DiVVy bike centers within 1 mile of the start/finish. 

Official After Party locations will have drink specials and discounts when you show your race bib.

The Scout Waterhouse + Kitchen

1301 S Wabash Ave. 

Chicago, IL 60605

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First Draft

649 S Clark St. 

Chicago, IL 60605

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The 2019 Chicago Beer 5K will be an awesome event in the heart of Chicago. We have added additional swag, breweries, food, and entertainment. If you thought 2018 was a great event in Dayton, OH then you haven't seen anything yet! Just don't register for the event. Register a team or tell your friends not to miss the 2019 event in Chicago or one of the other cities.

Interested in Volunteering? Click Here for additional details.

2019 Participating Chicago Beer 5K Breweries

- Aleman Brewing Company

- Alter Brewing Company

- Around The Bend Beer Company

- Church Street Brewing Company

- Dovetail Brewery

- Empirical Brewery

- Finch Beer Company

- Illuminated Brew Works

- Old Irving Brewing Company

- Pipeworks Brewing Company

- Revolution Brewing

- Whiner Beer Company

For the safety of all participants and to follow all state, local, and park rules.

MUST BE 21+ TO ATTEND EVENT

ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST GO THROUGH SECURITY AND ID CHECKED BEFORE CONSUMING ALCOHOL

NO HEADPHONES

NO STROLLERS OR KIDS

NO PETS

NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINK

RAIN OR SHINE EVENT

NO REFUNDS

 

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