Miles for Migraine will host its 8th annual 2-mile Walk, 5K Run and Relax Chicago Event on Sunday June 4th, at at Montrose Beach at Lincoln Park. This event is a fundraiser for Migraine & Headache Awareness, Treatment & Research. It's more than a walk/run - come connect with your local migraine & headache community, listen to our speakers & visit sponsors in the festival area.
All walk and run finishers receive a finisher medal. 5K run is professionally timed. Dress up in your best purple flair for a chance at a fun prize!
All funds raised will benefit The Seymour Diamond Fellowship in Headache Medicine and Miles for Migraine programs & services.
Registration fees
FREE In Person Walk, Run or Relax Closed
Join us with a FREE Registration to come listen to our speakers, visit our sponsors and then participate in an untimed 2 mile walk, a timed 5K run or sit back and relax in our festival area. * This option does not include a participant shirt. Shirts will be available as a separate charge (if desired). *In lieu of a registration fee, we strongly encourage you to make a donation or fundraise to support local migraine and headache disease research.
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Free
Virtual Event Participant (including participant shirt) Closed
Online registration closed-
Not able to join us in person? Select an activity that makes you happy and represents Intentional Movement or relaxation. Some examples include walking, biking, hiking, yoga, tai chi, skating, swimming, rollerblading or spinning. Be creative and be sure to take a selfie to show us what you choose to do! Have your swag bag mailed to you for an additional charge. It will have your participant shirt, an event bib, a finisher medal and a few other goodies too!
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$25.00
Early Bird Pricing
Feb 10 – May 4 -
$35.00May 5 – Jun 4
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Swag, Prizes and Awards
Earn Miles for Migraine Swag based on your level of fundraising! See prizes and levels HERE. (Subject to change.)
Awards For:
Biggest Fundraiser, Largest Patient/Caregiver Team, Spirit Award & more
Top 3 Female 5K Finishers & Top 3 Male 5K Finishers
Nominate someone for our Caregiver Appreciation Award here.
NO REFUNDS without event insurance purchase
Fundraising Letter and Posters
We have a letter that be helpful for you to use as you reach out to friends & family about support for the 2023 Miles for Migraine Chicago event. You can find the letter and other resources for promoting this event in our Promotion Kit HERE.
Packet Pick-Up
There are two opportunities to pick up your packets before the race.
- Saturday, June 3rd from 4pm-7pm at Road Runner Sports, 1435 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60642
Gear up for Miles for Migraine with Road Runner Sports! Whether you’re starting your fitness journey or far down the road, the Fit Experts at Road Runner Sports are offering you a fun and free shoe fit analysis – The Perfect Fit Zone. Learn what shoes are best for your running or walking and make sure to mention Miles For Migraine to receive a 10% discount on your purchase AND have 10% of your purchase donated back to Miles for Migraine.
- Sunday, June 4th from 8am-8:45am at the race site
Course Map
Top teams
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Migraine MayhemRaised:$1,737.20 |
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Team Lundbeck$1,161.00 Raised$500.00 Goal |
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Sarah's Migraine MercenariesRaised:$1,066.92 |
Top fundraisers
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View fundraiser page for Peggy
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Peggy Bulat$1,737.20 Raised$500.00 Goal |
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| 2 |
View fundraiser page for Sarah
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Sarah Freedman$530.00 Raised$500.00 Goal |
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View fundraiser page for Julie
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Julie Phonthibsv...$510.42 Raised$500.00 Goal |
Event schedule
- June 3 4:00 PM CDT - Packet Pick Up at Road Runner Sports, 1435 N Kingsbury St
- June 4 8:00 AM CDT - Check In / Packet Pick Up
- June 4 8:30 AM CDT - Pre Event Awards and Speakers
- June 4 9:00 AM CDT - Walk/Run Starts
- June 4 9:40 AM CDT - Post Event Awards for 5K Runners
- June 4 10:10 AM CDT - Walk/Run Course Closes
Contact information
- Event contact
- Katie MacDonald
- Website
- Visit website
Sponsors
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Platinum
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Gold
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