Hot Chocolate Run - Chicago

Hot Chocolate Run - Chicago takes over Chicago, Illinois, on November 1, 2026. The 15K (9.3 miles), 10K (6.2 miles), and 5K (3.1 miles) all start at 7:30 a.m., and a 2-mile walk follows at 8:45 a.m. The 15K route runs through downtown Chicago with views of Lake Michigan, the Magnificent Mile, and landmarks including the John Hancock Center, with chocolate stations along the way.

Expect a large, busy field, so line up in a realistic corral and accept the first mile will be slower than target. The 15K is an unusual distance that rewards runners already carrying half marathon fitness; the 5K works as a hard morning effort. Finishers get the traditional post-race spread of hot chocolate, fondue, and assorted treats, plus a hooded sweatshirt and a medal.