🏃🏾♀️ 2nd Annual HBCU Run & Brunch – Now a 10K + 5K! 🥞
📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
Stride. Sweat. Savor.
The celebration grows! Our second annual HBCU Run & Brunch brings even more energy to Chicago’s South Side—featuring a brand-new 10K run alongside the classic 5K run/walk. Whether you’re chasing a PR, strolling with friends, or just coming for the brunch vibes, it’s your moment to rep your school, your crew, and your city.
💥 What to Expect
• Your choice of a challenging 10K or a fun, all-levels 5K
• An epic post-race brunch experience with music, vendors, and HBCU/PBI culture
• Discounts + Tent Space for groups of 10+ to rep HBCUs, PBIs, Divine Nine orgs—PWIs and community groups welcome!
🔥 Key Dates
• 2025 Participant Pre-Registration Pricing: starting at $25 — 3 weeks only (Sept 21 – Oct 13, 2025)
• Regular pricing resumes Oct 14, 2025
📲 Stay Connected
Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @HBCURun for updates, sponsor drops, and all the brunch details.
Let’s stride, sweat, savor—and keep building this tradition together!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
10K Run + Brunch
Price changes in 15 days 5 hours-
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Register for 10K Run + Brunch$39.44Now registering Sep 21 – Oct 13
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$44.79Oct 14 – Jun 21
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$50.14Jun 22 – Aug 16
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$55.49Aug 17 – Sep 16
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10K Run + VIP Brunch Experience
Price changes in 15 days 5 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 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 10K Run + VIP Brunch Experience$60.83Now registering Sep 21 – Oct 13
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$66.18Oct 14 – Jun 21
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$71.53Jun 22 – Aug 16
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$76.88Aug 17 – Sep 16
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5K Run + Brunch
Price changes in 15 days 5 hours-
Your race, your pace!
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Register for 5K Run + Brunch$28.74
Pre-Registration
Now registering Sep 21 – Oct 13 -
$34.09
Early Bird Pricing
Oct 14 – Jun 21 -
$39.44Jun 22 – Aug 16
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$44.79Aug 17 – Sep 16
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5K Run + VIP Brunch Experience
Price changes in 15 days 5 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 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 5K Run + VIP Brunch Experience$50.14
Pre-Registration
Now registering Sep 21 – Oct 13 -
$55.49
Early Bird Pricing
Oct 14 – Jun 21 -
$60.83Jun 22 – Aug 16
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$66.18Aug 17 – Sep 16
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5K Walk + Brunch
Price changes in 15 days 5 hours-
Now walk it out!
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Register for 5K Walk + Brunch$28.74
Pre-Registration
Now registering Sep 21 – Oct 13 -
$34.09
Early Bird Pricing
Oct 14 – Jun 21 -
$39.44Jun 22 – Aug 16
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$44.79Aug 17 – Sep 16
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5K Walk + VIP Brunch Experience
Price changes in 15 days 5 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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Register for 5K Walk + VIP Brunch Experience$50.14
Pre-Registration
Now registering Sep 21 – Oct 13 -
$55.49
Early Bird Pricing
Oct 14 – Jun 21 -
$60.83Jun 22 – Aug 16
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$66.18Aug 17 – Sep 16
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Brunch Only
Price changes in 15 days 5 hours-
🍗 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$28.74Now registering Sep 21 – Oct 13
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$39.44Oct 14 – Jun 21
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$44.79Jun 22 – Sep 16
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VIP Brunch Experience
Price changes in 15 days 5 hours-
🥂 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$55.49Now registering Sep 21 – Oct 13
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$66.18Oct 14 – Jun 21
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$71.53Jun 22 – Sep 16
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Virtual 5K
Price changes in 15 days 5 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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Register for Virtual 5K$39.51Now registering Sep 21 – Oct 13
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$44.86Oct 14 – Jun 21
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$50.21Jun 22 – Aug 16
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$55.56Aug 17 – Sep 16
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Virtual 10K
Price changes in 15 days 5 hours-
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Register for Virtual 10K$39.44Now registering Sep 21 – Oct 13
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$44.79Oct 14 – Jun 21
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$50.14Jun 22 – Aug 16
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$55.49Aug 17 – Sep 16
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Dean Dorothy Dandridge Davenport
- Website
- Visit website
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SPONSORS
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The Seniors
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