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Carrera de los Muertos in Historic Pilsen Neighborhood in Chicago

November 02, 2024 - November 02, 2024 @ 8:00 am

Photo credit: iStock/AzmanJaka

Location

Historic Pilsen Neighborhood

Chicago, IL

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Description

This annual race takes place in Chicago's historic Pilsen neighborhood. There will be a post-race festival that includes music, dancing, food, costumes and more. The untimed event is sold out.

Event cost: $58-plus/timed

Event time: 8 a.m. Nov. 2, 2024

Additional Information

Website: https://unoraceofthedead.org

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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