Hit The Pavement For BAPA Ridge Run On Memorial Day, Register Now For Early Bird Discounts

CHICAGO – Get ready to hit the pavement! The Beverly Area Planning Association invites runners of all ages and abilities to lace up to take on the 47th Ridge Run, Memorial Day, Mon., May 26. Whether you are aiming for a personal best or just in it for fun, this iconic neighborhood race has something for everyone—a 10K run, 5K run/walk, 5K/10K Challenge, and Youth Mile (Ages 6-12).

Long known as Chicago’s favorite neighborhood race, the Ridge Run winds through the scenic, historic streets of the Ridge Historic District, where enthusiastic spectators cheer on participants with water, words of encouragement, and unbeatable community spirit.

Every race starts and finishes at Ridge Park, 9625 S. Longwood Dr., where the post-race festival will be in full swing with Kids Zone, food, drinks, and sponsor booths.

Honor And Celebrate on Memorial Day

The Ridge Run isn’t just about the race – it’s a day of remembrance and community. The Memorial Day Ceremony will take place at 9 a.m. at Ridge Park, honoring the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Following the ceremony, the Beverly Hills/Morgan Park Memorial Day Parade will step off at 10 a.m. from 110th Place, led this year by The Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County. The parade marches north along Longwood Drive, joining the Ridge Run post-race festival at Ridge Park.

Race Day Essentials

Race Options: 10K Run | 5K Run/Walk | 5K/10K Challenge | Youth Mile (Ages 6-
12)
Location: Ridge Park, 9625 S. Longwood Dr.
Post-Race Festival: Kids Zone, food, drinks and sponsor tents
Team Town: Gather your running squad, raise funds for a cause, or take on a
team challenge.

Register by May 1 for Exclusive Perks!

Sign up by May 1

Secure a 2025 Ridge Run race t-shirt in new colors
Automatic entry into a raffle for a chance to win one of three prizes valued at
$500 each! Generously donated by 10 local health and wellness businesses.
Opportunity to purchase Ridge Run specialty gear
Avoid price increases

Registration and Packet Pick-Up

Sign up online at BAPA Ridge Run or at in-person registration. In-person registration and packet
pick-up will be available at Running Excels, 10328 S. Western Ave., Chicago on:

Fri., May 23 | 1 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Sat., May 24 | 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Additional registration will be held at Ridge Park on:

May 25 | 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Race Day, Mon., May 26 | 6:30 a.m. – Start Time (PRICE INCREASES ON
RACE DAY!)

Be Part of the Action – Volunteer!

Help make race day a success! Volunteers are needed for a variety of roles before,
during, and after the event. Sign up at bapa.org or call 773-233-3100 for more info.