Cinco De Mayo Run: Against All Odds CHICAGO/EVANSTON

Elliott Park (Course Map will be emailed), Evanston IL

Saturday, May 3rd, 2025

🌶️ Run Against All Odds: Cinco de Mayo Run! 🌟

This Cinco de Mayo, challenge yourself and celebrate resilience, community, and culture with the Cinco de Mayo Run Against All Odds! Whether you’re running for fun or for fitness, this event is all about pushing limits and embracing the spirit of overcoming obstacles—just like the holiday itself!

📋 Overview:

Quick Sell-Out: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up.
Virtual Option: If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.
Private Group: This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.
All Welcome: All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!

🛠️ No Equipment Needed!

There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you! When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness.

⏱️ Timing:

Optional Timing: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online.
Coordinator Help: Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.
No Timing Chips: This is a stress-free run to support you in achieving your goals!
Finish Line: Enjoy a fulfilling finish line experience!

🎁 What You Get (Swag Bag):

Running T-Shirt: Shipped to the address you register with - US only.
Finisher's Towel: Finisher's Towel or Giveaway.
Finisher's Medal: Shipped - Email us after the run.
Training Pack: Training Pack & Free Giveaways.

📦 Packet Pickup:

No Hassle: No hassle of picking up packets required!
Shipping: Swag shipped direct to your address.
Race Bibs: Provided on race day.
Check Address: Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address.

📅 When Will I Get My Swag?

You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.

📬 Race Updates:

We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.

🕒 Last Minute Registrations:

Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!

💻 Virtual Run Option:

Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run. Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal!

🎟️ Race Bundle:

Sign-up for more races and get a discount! We'll send you your shirts for each race together.

🎁 Gift Certificates:

Gift a race to a friend or family member on a beautiful Gift Voucher. Just email us at info@thebestraces.com or purchase in store.

🤝 Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:

If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love to showcase your business! Learn more.

🙌 Team Glo Volunteers:

If you’re interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers: Volunteer Form.

🌍 Run for Others: Make a Difference

Our 4 core fundraising themes are: Cancer, Water, Education, & Other Causes. If you’re a Non-Profit or an individual wanting to work together, feel free to contact us for more information at contact@thebestraces.com. Or find out more at www.thebestracesjourney.com.