Minds Matter Chicago Homecoming 5K

OCT
25
2025
Run the Minds Matter Chicago Homecoming 5K at Montrose Harbor on Oct 25 to support college programs and mentorship for underserved students. Enjoy a festive vibe with costumes, awards, a finisher medal and an after party.
Sat 25 Oct 2025
5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Minds Matter Chicago Homecoming 5K takes place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Montrose Harbor Grove, 16 West Montrose Harbor Drive, Chicago, IL. The event is organized by Minds Matter Chicago to raise funds for summer programs, test preparation, and mentorship for underserved students working toward college success. The listed sponsor is brainfood.

Race, registration and fundraising

  • 5K

Registration fees listed: early bird $45 (Jul 17–Oct 13) and $55 (Oct 13–Oct 25). A Student/Family 5K option is available free with an access code (Jul 17–Oct 25). The registration deadline is October 25, 2025. Participants receive a performance t-shirt and a finisher medal on race day.

The event schedule includes on-site packet pick-up and registration, a welcome program, the 5K run, an after party, and an award ceremony. Awards will be given to the top three homecoming-themed costumes, the top three overall finishers, and the top three men’s and women’s finishers in these age groups: students, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60 & Over. Overall winners are not eligible for age group awards.

Fundraising progress is shown as $3,034.58 raised toward a $50,000 goal (6% of goal). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km

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