Runway To a Cure

Race Overview

• Event Name: Runway to a Cure 5K
• Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
• Location: Skydive Chicago, 3215 E 1969th Rd, Ottawa, IL
• Packet Pick-up: 7:00 am • Race Starts: 8:00 am

Event Description

• Join Us: For Runway to a Cure, a one-of-a-kind 5K run and walk held directly on the runway at Skydive Chicago.
• Community Focus: Bringing our community together to raise meaningful support for cancer research and honor the strength of survivors, fighters, and the loved ones we carry with us.
• Inspired By: A personal journey through cancer treatment and the extraordinary care received at Northwestern Medicine.
• Transforming Gratitude: Runway to a Cure transforms gratitude into action, creating an unforgettable experience.

What to Expect

• Unique Course: A unique runway-based 5K course open to runners and walkers of all ages.
• Survivor Recognition: A moving Survivor Recognition Lap to celebrate courage and resilience.
• Skydiver Ceremony: Skydiver flag landing ceremony honoring those impacted by cancer.
• Family-Friendly: A family-friendly atmosphere with music, community sponsors, and activities.

Additional Activities

• Celebration: Raffles, silent auction, and post-race celebration at JumpRun Café.
• Participation: Whether you’re running for someone you love, celebrating survivorship, or simply supporting the cause, your participation makes a difference.

Our Mission

• Support Research: All proceeds from Runway to a Cure support ongoing cancer research.
• Advance Treatments: Helping advance treatments, improve outcomes, and bring hope to families facing cancer today and in the future.

Join Us

• Purpose: Together, we run with purpose.
• Toward a Cure: Together, we run toward a cure.

More Information

• Registration: For more details and to register, visit Runway to a Cure.