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52nd Annual Raising Sickle Cell Awareness 1K/5K Walk, Jog or Run for a Cure (2026)
The Sickle Cell Disease Association of Illinois hosts its 52nd annual 1K/5K at Hayes Park in Chicago on September 19, 2026, raising funds for people living with sickle cell disease.
About this event
The Sickle Cell Disease Association of Illinois hosts its 52nd annual walk, jog, or run at Hayes (Francis) Park on Chicago's Southwest Side. Participants choose a 1K or 5K, and registration includes an event t-shirt. Proceeds support services for individuals and families affected by sickle cell disease in Illinois. Check-in opens at 9:00 AM and the race starts at 10:00 AM.
About the organizer
Sickle Cell Disease Association of Illinois