7:00 a.m. | Check-in and on-site registration opens

Be sure to sign in and pick up your commemorative Komen Wrap for Opening Ceremony.

7:00 a.m. | Event site opens

Explore our four pillars, visit the “We Remember” tent, meet our valued sponsors and more.

8:15 a.m. | Survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer meet at Hope Village

Don’t miss your opportunity to be in our group photo and prepare for the Opening Ceremony before the Pathway of Hope and Opening Ceremony beings

While in Hope Village, make sure you grab a postcard on ShareForCures, Komen’s breast cancer research registry focused on finding the cures for breast cancer. Learn how you can help accelerate discoveries, make an impact and be a catalyst for change.

8:00 a.m. | Opening Ceremony

Honor survivors as they walk down the Pathway of Hope, celebrate our top fundraisers and listen to inspiring stories of resilience.

8:30 a.m. | Race begins

Gather your team and get ready to race!

10:00 a.m. | Post-Race Celebration

Enjoy music, snacks and activities as we celebrate your success.

All Day Long | Race where you are

Can’t join us Race morning? Hop on the treadmill, take to your neighborhood sidewalks or the paths of your favorite local park or trail; wherever you’re able to gather with friends, family and team members near you.

Back Sign

Get ready for this weekend by printing and filling in your In Celebration / In Memory, back sign now.

Community Photo Wall

Share your event day photos on social with #RacefortheCURE to add your photos to the wall!

What is the cost to register?

Adult: $45
Virtual Adult: $45
Youth (under 18): $30
Virtual Youth (under 18) $30

How long is the Race?

The Race is a sanctioned 5k race or 3.1 miles. You may also choose to walk/run our shorter 1.5 mile route.

Are strollers allowed at the event? Yes!

We encourage participants of all ages to join us on the event day!

Can I bring my dog(s) to the event?

Yes! Dogs are allowed to join us on the course and in the event area. Please keep your dog(s) leashed at all times for the safety of your dog and other event participants.

Can I walk the Race?

Absolutely! You can walk the 5k route or we have a shorter 1.5 mile route available for walkers. If you choose to walk, please line up behind the runners at the start line/in the area designated for walkers.

Where do I park?

Parking is available for all Race participants in the South Lot at Soldier Field, where the event takes place. The cost is $25 per car. If the South Lot fills up, overflow parking will be available in the Waldron Parking Deck.

Race Course Map

Click here to download the course map

2025 Race Shirt

Every registered participant will receive an event T-shirt. Shirts for survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer will be in special colors to recognize their role in our event. All participants will pick up their event t-shirt on the day of the event. No post-event t-shirt mailing will be available.

Those who register as a virtual participant will receive their shirt in the mail post race.

Hope Village Celebration

Join us in the Hope Village area for complimentary snacks and beverages, to meet other survivors and those living with MBC, and to pick up your gift bag.

Pathway of Hope/Survivor Parade

All survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer will line up at Hope Village and walk, united, into our Opening Ceremony where you will be recognized.

ShareForCures

Grab a ShareForCures postcard in Hope Village to dive into the groundbreaking world of Komen’s ShareForCures, a research registry focused on finding the cures for breast cancer. Your participation can help accelerate discoveries, making a real impact on the fight to end breast cancer. Don't miss this chance to be a catalyst for change.

Your Event T-shirt

All registered breast cancer survivors and people living with metastatic breast cancer will receive a special event t-shirt to recognize your special place in our event.