Chicago Federation of Labor
May Day 5K Run and Walk
Sunday, April 28, 2024
Race start: 8:00 AM
Packet pick-up: 7:00 AM - 7:45 AM
Race Site:
Lakeside Center at McCormick Place
2301 S. Jean Baptiste Point DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago
Join the Chicago Federation of Labor for the May Day 5K Run and Walk on Sunday, April 28, 2024. Individuals of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to participate in this family-friendly event to commemorate May Day and its importance to the Chicago Labor Movement. The race will begin on the Lakefront Trail near the Lakeside Center at McCormick Place at 8:00 a.m. and continue up the trail through the Museum Campus. The course features a segment on Solidarity Drive and beautiful views of Chicago’s Downtown skyline. Packet pick-up will begin at 7 a.m. at the event site. Commemorative moisture-wicking race t-shirts will be provided to all runners and walkers, and medals will be awarded to winners in age-group categories. All participants will also receive a complimentary beverage at the post-race party and awards ceremony at Boat Drinks (an outdoor bar and grill located at 600 E Waldron Drive along the Lakefront Trail) following the race. Parking validation at McCormick Place Lot C is available for all registrants.
The May Day 5k Run and Walk is UNION STRONG: Our finisher medals, overall awards, and t-shirts are Made in the USA and Union printed. Our tents, tables, chairs and food are all provided by union vendors.
This year's race coincides with Workers' Memorial Day 2024 and will recognize the workers killed, injured or made ill on the job.
Gear check will be available for participants at registration beginning at 7:00 a.m. and remain open until 9:30 a.m. All participants must complete the course by 9:30 a.m. to receive an official race time.
PLEASE NOTE: T-SHIRT SIZE NOT GUARANTEED AFTER APRIL 3 DUE TO PRINTING DEADLINES.
Proceeds from the event:
Funds raised from this event will benefit the CFL’s ongoing efforts to support workers in Chicago and Cook County.
Thank you to our generous sponsors:
Finisher Sponsors
Chicago Teachers Union
IBEW Local 134
SAG-AFTRA
SEIU HCII
Starting Line Sponsors
IBEW Local 9
Laborers Rising - LiUNA! Local 4
LiUNA! Local 1092
Painters District Council 14
Sheet Metal Workers Local 73
Workers United - CMRJB
Registration fees
5K Run/Walk Closed
Online registration closed-
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$40.00
Early bird pricing
Jan 15 – Mar 3 -
$45.00
Early bird extension
Mar 4 – Mar 8 -
$50.00Mar 9 – Apr 25
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Kid's 5k Run and Walk (13 years old and younger) Closed
Online registration closed-
Discounted registration rate for children. All participants in this category will receive a participant t-shirt in child sizes.
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$30.00
Early bird pricing
Jan 15 – Mar 3 -
$35.00
Early bird extension
Mar 4 – Mar 8 -
$40.00Mar 9 – Apr 25
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Race begins at 8:00 a.m. sharp.
Race Day Packet Pick Up opens at 7:00 a.m.
Pre-race Packet Pick Up will be available on Friday, April 26 at 180 N Stetson Ave, Chicago, IL 60601, schedule to be announced.
Awards will be given to the top overall finishers in Male, Female and Non-Binary Categories, and in the following age group categories:
- Age 12 - 17
- Age 18 - 29
- Age 30 - 39
- Age 40 - 49
- Age 50 - 59
- Age 60 +
Note: All participants under 12 will receive a Finishers' medal!
All Adult participants will receive a running technical t-shirt in their size of choice. Children will receive a cotton youth-shirt. All shirts are Made in the USA and Union-printed.
All participants will receive parking validation at McCormick Place Parking Lot C at the Lakeside Center, adjacent to the race starting line. More parking information will be sent to registrants closer to the race.
The award ceremony and post-race party featuring a DJ will be held at Boat Drinks (an outdoor bar and grill located at 600 E Waldron Dr on the Lakefront Trail) following the completion of the race. All registrants will receive a free drink ticket for the post-race party!
Race Route:
Click here to preview the 2024 5K course - starting and finishing at the McCormick Place Lakeside Center! (Final course subject to change)
Do you represent an organization interested in sponsoring the May Day 5k? Sponsorship opportunities are available! Click here to access the sponsorship form for the 2024 race.
Please contact Gus Fuguitt at gfuguitt@chicagolabor.org for more information on how to sponsor the May Day 5k Run and Walk.
New for 2024, participants can register to run as a team at this year's May Day 5k Run and Walk. Simply create your team during registration, or select from an existing team option. You can also join a team or switch to another team after you register. A team can be comprised anyone: union membership, co-workers, family or friends and more!
The team with the most registered participants will earn a special award at the post-race party and award ceremony!
If you have questions about team or group registration, reach out to Gus Fuguitt at gfuguitt@chicagolabor.org.
The CFL is seeking volunteer assistance for the May Day 5k Run and Walk 2024! Without the generosity of volunteers, this event would not be possible.
All May Day 5k volunteers will receive a commemorative t-shirt and 2 (two) complimentary beverage tickets for the post-race after paty at Boat Drinks.
Please fill out this form to sign up to volunteer! If you have immediate questions, please reach out to Andrea Chaudron at achaudron@chicagolabor.org.
The Chicago Federation of Labor is the umbrella organization for Chicago and Cook County’s labor unions. From airline pilots to zookeepers, the Chicago Federation of Labor’s 300 affiliated unions and their half a million members represent a diverse group of working women and men throughout the area.
Our strength as a labor movement comes from the unity and solidarity of our affiliated organizations and their members. Together we defend a middle class of hard-working women and men, pursue aggressive legislative and political strategies, and help working people remain a highly-skilled, sought-after workforce in a fast-moving economy.
Thanks to the leadership of our Executive Board and the commitment of our affiliated local unions, we are able to make a difference for working people in Chicago and throughout Cook County.
Event schedule
- Sun, April 28, 2024 7:00 AM - Registration and Packet Pick Up Opens
- Sun, April 28, 2024 8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk Start
Contact information
- Event contact
- Andrea Chaudron, CFL Community Engagement Liaison
- Phone
- 312-906-2432
- Website
- Visit website
