The majority of streets along the race route are closed from 7:30-10am. For those traveling on Lake St., the eastbound lane will remain open the entire morning. All other traffic and cross streets may experience delays due to foot traffic.
There is one water station on the 5K course, located at approximately 1.75 miles. There are four total water stations on the 10K course, located at approximately 1.75 miles, 3 miles, 4.5 miles, and 5.25 miles. There is also water at the finish line. See the course map, at left, for locations.
Yes. USA Track & Field amended the ban on headphones, iPods, etc., for general race participants. However, please be aware of your surroundings and other participants during the race.
Strollers are allowed at the back of the pack of runners (unless participating in walk, then should line up with walkers). Children riding in strollers do not need to be registered.
Dogs are not allowed unless serving in a service animal capacity.
Skateboards, rollerblades, unauthorized bicycles, segways and other wheeled modes of transportation are not allowed on the race course.
For 2022, the youth mile will take place on the OPRF High School track located just west of the RCRC Turf. You will be able to watch the whole race.
The 5K start location is nearest to the intersection of Ontario & Elmwood streets. The 10K start location is nearest to the intersection of Ontario & Ridgeland. The Youth Mile will take place on the RCRC Turf.
10K Run starts at 8am, 5K Run/Walk starts at 8:15am and the Youth Mile starts at 9:15am. All races begin to line up 15 min before the start of the race.
Ridgeland Common Recreation Complex is located at 415 Lake Street, Oak Park IL 60302.
Parking is limited. On-street parking is available nearby, please follow posted parking restrictions. The OPRF garage will be closed.
Public transportation is recommended. RCRC is near the CTA Green Line Ridgeland Stop and a short walk from the Metra Union Pacific West Line Oak Park stop.
Bike to the race. Ample bike parking is available outside.
Yes. There will be water and other drinks and snacks at the finish line for participants. Our generous sponsors will see that you are well fed.
Race results will be posted at online at flwraces.com once available. Scannable QR codes will be placed on the outside of RCRC for quick access to the website. You can also scan the QR code on your bib to see your results 10 minutes after you finish.
Yes, the Races are limited to a total of 2,600 participants. Please note that once an event is full, we are unable to accommodate requests to open spots in that event. We will keep the flwraces.com website updated as events close.
No, there will not be a waiting list for any event in the FLW Races.
Unfortunately, we are unable to transfer individuals from one event to another due to limited capacity for each event.
No. Sale and/or transfer of race entry/bibs is strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification. Entry fees are non-refundable, and may not be deferred toward a future event.
We will do the best we can to make sure you receive the shirt size you requested, However we do recommend you pick up your packet early so that you have the most size options available.
Packet pickup begins the Thursday before the race and goes through Saturday at Fleet Feet at 102 N Marion St in downtown Oak Park. Thurs: 3-6pm. Fri: 11-6pm. Sat: 10-6pm.
Packet pickup the morning of the race starts at 6am and is at RCRC, 415 Lake Street.
If you discover an error in your information at packet pickup, please let staff know immediately. You can always check this information prior to packet pickup by calling (708) 725-2000 during normal business hours or emailing your request to flwraces@pdop.org and a member of our staff will assist you.
Yes. During the race, you can temporarily store additional clothing or small items inside your participant bag or other bag at Gear Check. Gear Check is located at RCRC and opens at 6am. To check your gear, remove the Gear Check tag from your bib number and fasten it to your bag. Please do not check valuable items. The FLW Races are not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen items. Bags not claimed by 10am will be at the offices at RCRC (415 Lake Street in Oak Park) and must be picked up in person during Customer Service hours.
All races start and finish at OPRF High School, 201 N. Scoville in Oak Park, located about 8 miles west of the Chicago Loop. If driving, take I-290 and exit at Austin (exit is on your left).Turn north on Austin, after about one mile turn west onto South Boulevard (runs along the Lake Street L Tracks). Take South Blvd to East Avenue, and turn north onto East Avenue. The high school is located one block east on Scoville.
If traveling by train from Chicago, take the green line and exit at the Ridgeland stop, the high school is located one block north and two blocks west down Lake Street.
As long as you verified your registration information at packet pickup (or beforehand) the color of your bib should not matter.
All proceeds from the Frank Lloyd Wright Races will go the the Park District Scholarship Fund which helps Oak Park families in need pay for programs such as after-school care, summer camp, pool passses and more.
If you would like more information on how to qualify for our scholarship fund visit our web page www.pdop.org/scholarships
Unfortunately, all runners must be at least 7 years old at the time of the race to participate.
Restrooms are provided as port-a-potties at the finish line/race fair area, as well as in multiple locations inside/outside RCRC. There are no facilities provided along the race route.
