Race for Peace is back!
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Competitive 5K starts at 8:30am
Non-competitive 5K starts at 9:00am
Race for Peace, or Carrera por la Paz, is a fundraising 5K run/walk event organized by the Little Village Rotary Club.
This race event’s objective is to promote peace and anti-violence by supporting youth programs in Chicago’s Little Village and surrounding communities.
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Race at La Villita Park
2800 S Sacramento Ave
Chicago, IL, 60608
Park entrance and lot accessible via South Albany Ave.
Main park entrance is on the south side of the park via South Albany Ave.
Free parking lot on-site, street parking also available.
Multiple CTA Bus Stops available near the park.
CTA Pink Line station is about 1 mile away from park.
Race Details
đź’¸ Cash Prizes
Top (3) runners in both men and women categories will be awarded cash prizes!
Only Competitive events qualify for cash prizes.
🏅 Race Day Merch
A Finisher Medallion and Race Day Event T-Shirt is included for every registered participant!
🎽 Packet Pickup
Participant packets are only available for pickup on Race Day. This includes bib number, Race Day shirt and other freebies.
We strongly encourage early arrival of at least 30 minutes for check-in on Race Day.
đź‘ś Personal Items
Need somewhere to store your personal items during our Race events? Check-in volunteers are happy to store your personal belongings while you participate.
We are not liable for any lost or stolen items.
See Race Day in action!
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2025 Sponsors
Thank You for Making this Event Possible.
Ramiro Lozano
Become a Sponsor. Make a Difference.
Your sponsorship not only aligns your company with a reputable, community-focused organization, but it also shows your commitment to making a difference in our Chicago communities.
By partnering with the Rotary Club of Little Village and our Annual 5K Race for Peace, you will be investing in the long-term well-being of our community and helping create a peaceful, thriving environment for future generations. Take a look at all of our past sponsors to see our partners over the years.
Can’t attend, but want to contribute?
You can still make a difference. Make a donation to Race for Peace to raise funds for community organizations.