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Strike Out ALS Run, Walk & Roll

July 17, 2018 - July 17, 2018 @ 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Location

Guaranteed Rate Field

333 West 35th Street

Chicago, IL

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Description

The Strike Out ALS event presents participants with an opportunity to compete for those who can’t. Participants start at the iconic home plate of Comiskey Park and finish with a lap around the warning track of the ballpark. Runners and walkers celebrate at an after-party at the ChiSox Bar & Grill where they can watch the MLB All-Star Game and enjoy food and drink specials.

Event Cost: $40 5K, $25 1-mile; cost increases on race day. Free parking available.

Event Times: 6:45 p.m. 1-mile event, 7 p.m. 5K race.

Additional Information

Website: http://strikeoutals5k.org

Neighborhood: Chicago

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