Chicago Gaelic Park Carraig Challenge Cross Country 5K Run & 1.5 Mile Walk
Oak Forest, IL
Sun, Nov 29, 2026
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When
Sunday, November 29th, 2026
Where
6119 147th St, Oak Forest IL
Distances
See race page
Typical weather
29–42°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
25–32°F
rain
2024
20–28°F
dry
2023
19–42°F
dry
2022
38–58°F
rain
2021
24–40°F
dry
2020
36–49°F
dry
2019
36–39°F
dry
2018
26–36°F
dry
2017
32–47°F
dry
2016
43–57°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- Event Name: Chicago Gaelic Park Carraig Challenge Cross Country 5K Run and 1.5 Mile Walk
- Date: Sunday, November 29, 2026
- Location: 6119 147th St, Oak Forest, IL
- Registration Link: Register here
Cause
- Proceeds: All proceeds go to Gaelic Park Charities
- Support: Provides assistance to charities throughout the Chicago area
Registration Benefits
- Carraig Challenge Sweatshirt: Get your exclusive sweatshirt included with registration
- Upgrade Option: Option to upgrade to a hoody
- Free Drink Ticket: Enjoy a free Carraig Pub drink ticket
- Post-Race Food: Indulge in great post-race food including our famous hot soup
Course map
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