We Love Teachers 5K - Chicago

We Love Teachers 5K - Chicago

Event Details

• Date: 2026-10-10
• Location: E Higgins Rd/Rte 72, west of N Arlington Heights Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL
• Race URL: We Love Teachers 5K Chicago

Race Format

This is a virtual race only.

Event Overview

• 10 Cities: Join thousands across the country on October 10th for the We ❤️ Teachers 5K.
• One Day: Chicago has been selected as one of the host cities for this groundbreaking event!
• One Movement: On 10.10.26, educators, supporters, and communities will move together as part of the National Day to Move for Education.
• Location: The event will take place at beautiful Busse Woods South (20-25) in Elk Grove Village, IL.

Event Importance

• Worldwide Celebration: We ❤️ Teachers Worldwide is the world's largest simultaneous teacher celebration.
• What You’re Joining: 10 in-person races across the U.S. and thousands of virtual participants nationwide.
• Shared Goal: Celebrate educators. Strengthen communities.
• Impact: When educators are healthy, supported, and energized, students win, schools improve, and communities get stronger.

Participation Details

• Dedicate Your Run: Every participant can dedicate their run to a specific teacher, who receives a personal digital certificate of appreciation.
• School Challenge: Register your school team and compete on the National School Spirit Leaderboard.
• What You Get: Official We ❤️ Teachers Worldwide 5K shirt, finisher medal, official race bib, and chip-timed race experience.
• Goal: We’re aiming for 100,000 miles walked or run for educators.

Awards and Recognition

• Award Categories: Overall Male and Female, top 3 in various age groups.
• New Awards: Most School Spirit, Fastest Teacher, Team Champion, and Legacy Award.
• Celebration: There will be music, food, and prizes.
• Team Participation: Form a team and compete to make the event special.

Race Day Schedule

• 7:00-7:55: Registration/Packet Pickup
• 7:45: Opening Ceremony & Warm up
• 8:00: Race Start
• 8:45: Award Ceremony
• 9:00 - 11:00: Race Celebration

Call to Action

Register today and be part of the movement. Spots are limited…. Join Us!