2026 Shatterproof Walk Chicago

As overdose deaths remain one of Illinois' leading public health challenges—even as recent progress offers hope—hundreds of people from across the Chicago area will gather at Lincoln Park Grove 2 on Saturday, September 26th for the 7th Annual Shatterproof Walk to End Addiction, a powerful community event that brings together families, friends, advocates, healthcare leaders, and people in recovery to honor loved ones, celebrate recovery, and take action to end the addiction crisis.

The Walk is one of six events taking place across the country as part of Shatterproof's national effort to transform how addiction is prevented, treated, and understood in America.

Event day begins at 8:00 AM with participant check-in and the Community Resource Village, where attendees can connect with local treatment, recovery, and family-support organizations. At 9:30 AM, the opening program begins with a warm-up and personal stories of loss, hope, and recovery. The Walk begins at 10:00 AM along Chicago’s lakefront.

The event is free and open to the community. Fundraising is encouraged but not required to participate.