5k Beer Run x Illuminated Brew Works | 2025 Illinois Brewery Running Series

Schedule

Sat Aug 09 2025 at 10:30 am to 12:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Illuminated Brew Works | Chicago, IL

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Join us for a 5k Fun Run on August 9 at Illuminated Brew Works. Run, walk or jog a 5k course, then celebrate at the finish line.
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We are the Illinois Brewery Running Series® and we run for beer!

See you at Illuminated Brew Works on August 9! 🏃‍♂️🍻

Join us for a 5K-ish fun run that starts and ends at Illuminated Brew Works. Run, walk, jog - whatever goes! This event is for all ages and fitness levels. Move at your own pace, enjoy some fresh air, and then celebrate with a locally made, cold craft beverage at the finish line! 🎉

Event Details:

When: August 9 at 10:30am

Where: Iluminated Brew Works in Norwood Park

Course: We’ve mapped out a 5K-ish course that winds through Chicago, showing off the best of Norwood Park.



Celebrate at the finish line!

Registration includes:

  • A craft beverage (1) of choice from Illuminated Brew Work 🍺
  • Your choice of a collector's pint glass or series swag item from the Brewery Running Series 🎁
  • Access to the day's festivities like live music, food trucks, games with our partners and sponsors 🎉
  • And more!

Our Mission:
Be active. Have fun. Give back. A portion of all proceeds from this event support local nonprofits, helping to make a positive impact in our community. 🙌 Over $500k raised to date!

Important Event Details:

  • This is an untimed fun run – all walkers, runners, and joggers are welcome! 👟
  • Open course: The event takes place on public roads, so you are responsible for obeying traffic laws and being aware of your surroundings.
  • ID required: Bring a valid ID or driver’s license. You don’t need to be 21 to participate, but you must be 21+ to enjoy the beer. Underage participants will receive a token for a non-alcoholic beverage. 🍹
  • Rain or shine: The event will go on, no matter the weather! 🌧️☀️

Registration is limited to the size of the taproom, so sign up today to guarantee your spot! 💨

Keep an eye on your inbox! We’ll send final details and reminders the week of the event, including anything else you need to know to participate.

Questions? Reach out to us at: [email protected]

Let’s run, drink, and give back together at Illuminated Brew Works! 🌟 #LifeIsBrewtiful #BreweryRunningSeries #ChicagoRunning #RunFarDrinkLocal #RunForBeerIL


Important details:

  • This is an untimed, fun-run. All levels of walkers, runners and joggers are welcome.
  • This is an open course, meaning roads will NOT be closed. You are responsible for obeying all traffic laws and regulations.
  • We create each route to start and end at the brewery and to show off the surrounding neighborhood. The course will be marked with arrows to help you know where to go.
  • You must bring a valid ID or driver's license. You do not need to be 21 to enjoy the event, but you must be 21 to enjoy the beer. Please drink responsibly. Registered, underage participants will receive a token for a FREE non-alcoholic beverage.
  • Our events are rain or shine! If conditions become unsafe to run, we will still hang out and drink beer.
  • There will not be a bag check; please plan accordingly and dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Dogs and strollers are welcome on the course, with care and caution. Please remember - you are running at your own risk on city sidewalks / streets / trails, which might not be suitable for your 4-legged and /or pint size running buddies. You will also want to check with the brewery to make sure you can abide by their dog / underage policies. Please make the best decision possible for your crew.
  • Please drink responsibly. We always encourage carpooling and safe, designated drivers.

Keep an eye on your inbox - we will send you all final event details via email the week of this event and share anything else you might need to know to participate.

Questions? Check out our | Contact us at [email protected]

Cheers to beers! We’ll see you at Illuminated Brew Works!


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Where is it happening?

Illuminated Brew Works, 6186 North Northwest Highway, Chicago, United States

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USD 46.85 to USD 70.37

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