Chicago Athlete

08/13/2026

Back to School-Back to 26.2

By Mandi Florip

For Midwest runners, fall marathon season is the adult version of a fresh notebook, a sharpened pencil, and a brand-new schedule.

Every August, the Midwest begins its annual reset.

Read more (link in profile) https://www.mychicagoathlete.com/back-to-school-back-to-26-2/

08/06/2026

Badger Trail Races: A Celebration of Miles, Community, & Everything That Makes Running Great!

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There are races that challenge runners, races that inspire runners, and races that remind runners why they fell in love with the sport in the first place. The Badger Trail Races, put on by Ten Junk Miles Racing, manage to do all three.

Read more (link in profile) https://www.mychicagoathlete.com/badger-trail-races-a-celebration-of-miles-community-and-everything-that-makes-running-great/

07/29/2026

On The Road: Manistee, Michigan!

By Mandi Florip

A lakeshore getaway for Chicago runners, spectators, and families.

By the time the skyline of Chicago slipped into the rearview mirror, the weekend already felt different. The usual race-day nerves were there, but so was the promise of more than a starting line. For athletes traveling from Chicago, Manistee, Michigan offers the rare kind of race weekend that feels like both a competition and a family vacation.

Read more… link in bio https://www.mychicagoathlete.com/chicago-athlete-on-the-road-manistee-michigan/

Hampton Inn & Suites Manistee Waterfront

07/20/2026

On The Road: Solon Beef Days 5k

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A Midwest summer race weekend with family, small-town festival charm, and a festive 5K worth the trip.

There is something uniquely satisfying about packing up the car in Chicago, pointing it west, and turning a race into a full family weekend.

Read more… link in bio https://www.mychicagoathlete.com/chicago-athlete-on-the-road-solon-beef-days-5k-in-solon-iowa/

Solon Beef Days



Literary Hotel

07/16/2026

Canadian Wildfire Smoke & Chicago Air Quality: What Runners, Cyclists, & Swimmers Need to Know

A practical guide for Chicago athletes training through smoky summer conditions.
Canadian wildfire smoke has once again pushed into the Chicago area, creating hazy skies, reduced visibility, and air quality levels that can make outdoor training risky.

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Read more link in bio https://www.mychicagoathlete.com/canadian-wildfire-smoke-and-chicago-air-quality-what-runners-cyclists-and-swimmers-need-to-know/

07/14/2026

Two weekly group runs from Midwest run club that you simply can not miss out on!

That’s right!!! Looking for a local group, or another local group… we got ya!

Tuesday 7:30am meet in the west parking lot.

Sunday at 4:00pm on the @606 meet in Churchill Park.

ALL paces. ALL levels. ALL welcome.

Show up. Push forward. Become more.

See you soon.

06/02/2026

What’s up for you this weekend?

Register NOW for this weekend! Packet Pick-up Saturday & Race Sunday!

RACE START TIMES:

MARATHON & RELAY 7:00AM
Start & Finish at UW Green Bay-Manitowoc Campus, 705 Viebahn St, Manitowoc, WI

HALF MARATHON 7:30AM

MARITIME NAUTICAL RUN 7:45AM

FINISH LINE FESTIVAL 8-1PM

✅Discount Code CHICAGO10

https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/Manitowoc/MaritimeMarathon

There. NOW you have weekend plans.

05/02/2026

Arc'teryx Midwest Guest Appreciation & Industry Night

TOMORROW, 5-8pm
at Arc’teryx Southport

Join us for an evening to connect with folks within the outdoor industry and have an opportunity to meet our store team, engage with your favorite Chicago partners and to share Beta to help nurture this industry we all know and love!

For more details + RSVP https://arcteryxmidwestindustrynight.splashthat.com (link in profile)

Prizes & Chill: 🏆
Guests are invited to enjoy thoughtfully curated food, beverages, raffle prizes from various Chicago owned partners and programming presented in partnership with our local collaborators and the Arc'teryx team — a true celebration of community.

RAFFLES TO BE HELD THROUGHOUT THE NIGHT!!
Additional surprises for all attendees.

Arc'teryx Chicago
Athlete

04/30/2026

Arc'teryx Midwest Guest Appreciation & Industry Night

THIS Sunday May 3, 5-8pm
at Arc’teryx Southport

Join us for an evening to connect with folks within the outdoor industry and have an opportunity to meet our store team, engage with your favorite Chicago partners and to share Beta to help nurture this industry we all know and love!

For more details + RSVP https://arcteryxmidwestindustrynight.splashthat.com (link in profile)

Prizes & Chill: 🏆
Guests are invited to enjoy thoughtfully curated food, beverages, raffle prizes from various Chicago owned partners and programming presented in partnership with our local collaborators and the Arc'teryx team — a true celebration of community.

RAFFLES TO BE HELD THROUGHOUT THE NIGHT!!
Additional surprises for all attendees.

Arc'teryx Chicago
Athlete

 Join us at our Southport store for an evening to connect with folks within the outdoor industry and have an opportunity to meet our store team, engage with your favorite Chicago partners and to share Beta to help nurture this industry we all know and love!

04/28/2026

Arc'teryx Midwest Guest Appreciation & Industry Night

Sunday May 3, 5-8pm
at Arc’teryx Southport

Join us for an evening to connect with folks within the outdoor industry and have an opportunity to meet our store team, engage with your favorite Chicago partners and to share Beta to help nurture this industry we all know and love!

For more details + RSVP https://arcteryxmidwestindustrynight.splashthat.com (link in profile)

Prizes & Chill: 🏆
Guests are invited to enjoy thoughtfully curated food, beverages, raffle prizes from various Chicago owned partners and programming presented in partnership with our local collaborators and the Arc'teryx team — a true celebration of community.

RAFFLES TO BE HELD THROUGHOUT THE NIGHT!!
Additional surprises for all attendees.

Arc'teryx Chicago
Athlete