⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (July 12, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The Polka Run 5K takes place in Chicago on July 11, 2027, starting at 7:00 a.m., as part of the Lithuanian Folk Dance Festival at McCormick Place Convention Center. Participants can choose to dance or run the 5K (3.1 miles) while taking in views of Lake Shore Drive and Lake Michigan, cheered on by an enthusiastic crowd.
Participants are encouraged to wear the colors of the Lithuanian flag. Walkers are welcome too, and every participant receives a custom medal.
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