Comer Kids' Classic

The University of Chicago Quad (Hyde Park)

Sunday, October 18, 2009 @ 10:00 AM

Date

Start: Sunday, October 18, 2009 @ 10:00 AM

Address

The University of Chicago Quad (Hyde Park)
58th and University Chicago, IL

Fees

Before September 1st: 5k Run/Walk: $25, Kids' Dash $10 (age 10 and under). After September 1st: 5k Run/Walk $30, Kids Dash (age 10 and under) $15

Registration Closing Date

Thursday, October 15, 2009 @ 12:00 PM PST

Brief Description

The University of Chicago Comer Children's Hospital is dedicated to improving the lives children. Whether caring for our community on Chicago’s south side, or treating patients from around the globe, Comer provides all of our small patients with treatment at the forefront of medicine in a family-focused environment.

Donations

Donate to Pediatrics at Comer Children’s Hospital: http://uchicago.kintera.org/spark

Registration Fees

Until September 1st:

5k Run/ Walk: $25
Kids Dash (10 and under): $10

After September 1st:

5k Run/Walk: $30
Kids Dash(10 and under): $15

Course

This USATF-certified 5K (3.1 mile)course starts at 58th Street & University , heads north on University to 57th Street (eastbound lanes), east to Stony Island. The course then moves to the paths at Stony Island, travels east under the 57th Street/LSD underpass, moves to the lakefront paths and turns around back under the underpass along the paths to 57th Street (westbound lanes). The course then proceeds along 57th street and back to 58th Street just past University through the school buildings.

Chips

This year's Comer Kids' Classic will feature the new d-tag (disposable timing chip). When you pick up your runner number, it will already be attached to your bib. You will then directly attach it to your shoelaces. Here's the best part: When you cross, the line, no need turn the chip back in! Throw it away or keep it as a souvenir!

Timing

Special mats will be placed at the finish line. You must cross over the mats to receive accurate times. IF YOU DO NOT WEAR THE CHIP OR DO NOT CROSS OVER THE MATS, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A TIME. All awards will be given according to official gun time.

Pre-Registration & Packet Pick-Up

October 7th – 11 am – 5 pm, University Bookstore, 970 E. 58th Street

October 13th – 11 am – 2 pm, Frankie’s on the Park, 2322 N. Clark St.

October 15th – 5 pm – 9 pm, New Balance Chicago, 2369 N. Clark St.

October 16th – 11 am – 5 pm, University Bookstore , 970 E. 58th Street

You can also pick up your packet/bib#/t-shirt on race day from 9:00am to 9:50am.

Race Day Registration

The registration fee for walk-up participants on October 18 will be $30. Sign up early before September 1st and save $5!
Race Day Registration and Pre-Registration/Packet Pick-Up will take place from 9:00am to 9:50am on event day.

Team Captains

If you are part of a team, the Team Captain must first create your Team Name by clicking on the Team Captains - Create Your Team link. They then need to continue on and register for the event.

Team Members

Once your Team Captain has created your team name, click on the Register Now link and select the Team Entry category. Select your team name from the drop down box on the form & get registered.

Directions & Parking

RECOMMENDED FREE PARKING IS AVAILABLE AT THE PARKING GARAGE LOCATED AT 5525 S. ELLIS.Limited street parking may be available along 59th Street, 61st street, North Plaisance and South Plaisance, Woodlawn and Ellis. There will be no parking along 57th Street between Ellis and Cornell and on University between 57th and 58th during the event. Recommended CTA routes include: Bus #2 Hyde Park Express, #6 Jeffrey Express, #28 Stony Island Express, #171 University of Chicago, #4 Cottage Grove.

Additional Information

Sign up before September 1st and save $5!

Map

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