🏃🏾♀️ HBCU Run & Brunch 5K – Inaugural Event 🥞
📅 Sunday, September 21, 2025
📍 Cole Park (86th & King Dr) Chicago, IL
Stride. Sweat. Savor.
Join us for the very first HBCU Run & Brunch 5K—where culture, cardio, and community collide! Whether you want to run, walk, or just pull up for brunch, this is your moment to rep your school, your crew, and your city.
💥 What to Expect:
A 5K race you can run or walk at your own pace
An epic brunch celebration right after you cross the finish line
Discounts + Tent Space for groups of 20+ to rep your HBCU, PBI, or NPHC org (PWIs welcome—community is community!)
Music, vendors, and a full-on HBCU/PBI vibe all day 🎶
🔥 Key Dates:
Registration Opens: Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Early Bird Pricing: $30 for the first 2 weeks only!
📲 Stay Connected:
Follow our socials to stay in the know. Don’t miss your chance to be part of history.
Let’s stride, sweat, savor—and celebrate together!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
5K Run + Brunch
Registration closes in 25 days 19 hours-
Your race, your pace!
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$34.99
Early bird pricing
Jul 2 – Jul 16 -
Register for 5K Run + Brunch$51.49
Regular Price
Now registering Jul 17 – Sep 3 -
ClosedSep 4 – Sep 4
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$56.99
Last chance pricing
Sep 4 – Sep 17
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5K Walk + Brunch
Registration closes in 25 days 19 hours-
Now walk it out!
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$34.99
Early bird pricing
Jul 2 – Jul 16 -
Register for 5K Walk + Brunch$51.49
Regular Price
Now registering Jul 17 – Sep 3 -
ClosedSep 4 – Sep 4
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$56.99
Last chance pricing
Sep 4 – Sep 17
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Virtual 5K
Registration closes in 25 days 19 hours-
You can't make it in-person, but you're still down for the cause! Choose this whether you're running or walking.
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$46.09
Early bird pricing
Jul 2 – Jul 16 -
Register for Virtual 5K$62.59
Regular Price
Now registering Jul 17 – Sep 3 -
ClosedSep 4 – Sep 4
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$68.09
Last chance pricing
Sep 4 – Sep 17
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5K Run + VIP Brunch Experience
Registration closes in 25 days 19 hours-
Want to have a SEAT in the shade post race? Register for the Run and the VIP Experience! 🥂 The iN Crowd Lounge @ Hillman Yard (VIP Experience) Step into The iN Crowd Lounge, an exclusive VIP brunch tent at Hillman Yard with elevated vibes and premium perks. VIP guests enjoy: ✨ Reserved seating ✨ Upscale brunch selections ✨ Signature drinks and VIP-only bar access ✨ Exclusive DJ sets and curated giveaways The iN Crowd Lounge is the place to see and be seen. Limited spots available—secure your VIP experience early!
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$56.99
Early bird pricing
Jul 2 – Jul 16 -
Register for 5K Run + VIP Brunch Experience$73.48
Regular Price
Now registering Jul 17 – Sep 3 -
ClosedSep 4 – Sep 4
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$78.98
Last chance pricing
Sep 4 – Sep 17
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5K Walk + VIP Brunch Experience
Registration closes in 25 days 19 hours-
Want to have a SEAT in the shade post race? Register for the Walk and the VIP Experience! 🥂 The iN Crowd Lounge @ Hillman Yard (VIP Experience) Step into The iN Crowd Lounge, an exclusive VIP brunch tent at Hillman Yard with elevated vibes and premium perks. VIP guests enjoy: ✨ Reserved seating ✨ Upscale brunch selections ✨ Signature drinks and VIP-only bar access ✨ Exclusive DJ sets and curated giveaways The iN Crowd Lounge is the place to see and be seen. Limited spots available—secure your VIP experience early!
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$56.99
Early bird pricing
Jul 2 – Jul 16 -
Register for 5K Walk + VIP Brunch Experience$73.48
Regular Price
Now registering Jul 17 – Sep 3 -
ClosedSep 4 – Sep 4
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$78.98
Last chance pricing
Sep 4 – Sep 17
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Brunch Only
🍗 The Pit @ Hillman Yard (General Brunch Experience) Welcome to The Pit @ Hillman Yard, the ultimate post-race hangout where good food, good music, and good people come together. Whether you ran, walked, or just came to vibe, this is where the celebration kicks off! 🎉 Runners get automatic access. Spectators can purchase a Pit Pass to join the brunch party, enjoy the DJ, grab plates from our curated food vendors, and soak up the Hillman Yard energy.
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Register for Brunch Only$29.54Jul 2 - Sep 17
Volunteer
Want to be a part of the most important team of the event?! Volunteer! You know your heart loves to be of service!
VIP Brunch Experience
🥂 The iN Crowd Lounge @ Hillman Yard (VIP Experience) Step into The iN Crowd Lounge, an exclusive VIP brunch tent at Hillman Yard with elevated vibes and premium perks. VIP guests enjoy: ✨ Reserved seating ✨ Upscale brunch selections ✨ Signature drinks and VIP-only bar access ✨ Exclusive DJ sets and curated giveaways The iN Crowd Lounge is the place to see and be seen. Limited spots available—secure your VIP experience early!
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Register for VIP Brunch Experience$57.10
Bourgie Brunch
Jul 2 - Sep 17
Contact information
- Event contact
- Dean Dorothy Dandridge Davenport
- Website
- Visit website
