FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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WHAT IS THE ICE CREAM CHASE 5K?
The Ice Cream Chase 5k (ICC5k) is a memorial event that celebrates Brian McManus’ love for ice cream and running. All proceeds benefit the Brian McManus Scholarship. More information on the scholarship can be found on our About page. |
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Registration
WHEN SHOULD I REGISTER?
Registration for the 2025 Ice Cream Chase 5k is now open! We encourage registration by April 30th. Registration remains open through June 7th.
SHOULD I SIGN UP FOR THE IN-PERSON OR VIRTUAL RACE?
Everyone is welcome to register for the in-person 5k — located at Bunker Hill in Chicago. If you are unable to attend in-person and still want to support the event, you can register for the virtual 5k option.
Race Packet
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN MY RACE PACKET?
All race packets include an Ice Cream Chase 5k race bib. For participants who register by April 30th, you can indicate your preferred size of this year's event shirt during registration. Virtual participant shirts will be shipped in the size indicated, while in-person participant shirts are only guaranteed if the race packet is picked up before 7:45am on June 7th. For participants who register starting May 1st, shirts are first come first serve, while supplies last.
HOW DO I GET MY RACE PACKET?
In-person participants pick up their race packets on June 7th from 7:00am to 7:45am at the event site. Virtual participants will receive their race packets in the mail. Shipping begins by May 24th.
WHERE DO YOU SHIP TO?
We can ship race packets to virtual participants in any U.S. state, including Alaska and Hawaii. Internationally, we will ship to Canada. If you live outside of the U.S. and Canada, contact us at [email protected] to discuss shipping options.
WHAT DO I DO IF MY SHIRT DOESN'T FIT? CAN I SWAP SIZES?
Size exchanges are available day of for in-person participants after 7:45am, while supplies last.
In-Person Option
WHAT TIME DOES THE EVENT START?
You can check-in at the event site between 7:00am and 7:45am on June 7th. The 5k starts at 8:00am for running participants and 8:05am for walking participants.
WHAT TIME IS THE AWARDS CEREMONY?
The awards ceremony will start at approximately 9:15am on June 7th. Awards will be given to the top runners in each age group.
WHERE IS THE EVENT SITE?
The Ice Cream Chase 5k is located at Bunker Hill Forest Preserve, Grove 4.
HOW DO I GET TO THE EVENT SITE?
By car: There is plenty of free parking available throughout the Bunker Hill parking lot. Enter on Caldwell Ave or Harts Rd.
By public transit: The closest option (walking distance) is the 85A CTA bus.
By bike/on foot: Follow the Red Paved trail of the North Branch Trail System.
By public transit: The closest option (walking distance) is the 85A CTA bus.
By bike/on foot: Follow the Red Paved trail of the North Branch Trail System.
WHAT IS THE 5K ROUTE?
Are pets allowed on the 5k route?
Dogs are allowed on-leash in Bunker Hill and on the bike path. However we do discourage Ice Cream Chase 5k participants from taking dogs on our 5k route for the safety of all participants as well as others using the bike path during our event.
Virtual Option
WHERE CAN I COMPLETE MY 5k?
Virtual participants can complete the 5k anywhere — on a treadmill, on a trail, or on a sidewalk to name a few.
WHEN DO I NEED TO COMPLETE MY 5K?
We encourage virtual participants to complete the 5k on the original race date of June 7th or by June 14th. But if that doesn’t work for you, that’s okay! Do the 5k whenever it works best for you!
WILL THERE BE PRIZES FOR THE FASTEST VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS?
No, virtual participants are not eligible to win prizes based on time. Self-reporting your 5k completion time is optional.
HOW DO I SUBMIT MY 5K RESULTS?
Complete our Virtual 5k Finisher's Form, which will be provided to all virtual participants in advance of race day (June 7th). You can also send us your favorite event photos at [email protected].
WHO CAN I CONTACT WITH ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS?
Email additional questions to [email protected].
Email additional questions to [email protected].