Polish Independence Run
Polish Independence Run is a road race in Chicago, Illinois, with 10K and 5K distances. The next edition is on Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 9:00 am, starting at Grove 16 - Montrose Harbor. Registration is online at RunSignup.
About this race
Polish Independence 10K/5K Run/Walk is a race celebrating Poland’s return as an independent country on November 11th, 1918. With a long tradition in Poland, the run has been organized annually in Chicago since 2018 by WPNA 103.1 FM, Polish American Mix. Polish Independence Run’s USATF-certified, chip-timed course runs along the beautiful Lake Michigan starting at Montrose Harbor. All participants receive a custom finisher’s medal, event T-shirt and lunch. All ages.
Radio 103.1 FM zaprasza na Bieg Niepodległości 2026! Organizowany od 2018 r. Bieg Niepodległości to okazja do uczczenia na sportowo rocznicy odzyskania przez Polskę niepodległości. Dwa dystanse do wyboru: bieg na 10 km oraz bieg lub marsz na 5 km. Trasa przy jeziorze Michigan zaczyna się na Montrose Harbor. Każdy uczestnik Biegu otrzymuje koszulkę i medal za pokonanie trasy. Po biegu wspólny lunch. Dołącz do nas!
Details:
8th Annual Polish Independence 10K/5K Run/Walk
Sunday, October 25, 2026 - 11:11am
Montrose Harbor - Grove 16
Chip Timing:
The 10K and 5K races are chip timed. The 5K walk is not timed. Chips are attached to the race bibs and are disposable. Chip timing is not guaranteed for race day registrants.
Questions:
Please email radio@wpna.fm or call 773-654-5500
Maps:
Free Parking Map
Paid Parking Map
10K Course Map (.pdf)
5K Course Map (.pdf)
Quick answers
When is the Polish Independence Run?
The next Polish Independence Run is on Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 9:00 am.
Where is the Polish Independence Run?
The Polish Independence Run starts in Grove 16 - Montrose Harbor, Chicago, Illinois.
What distances does the Polish Independence Run offer?
The Polish Independence Run has 2 distances: 10K and 5K.
How do I register for the Polish Independence Run?
Registration for the Polish Independence Run is online at RunSignup.