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Date & Time | Start & Finish | Registration | Course | T-Shirt and Goody Bag | Post Race Party |
Race Day Photos | Transportation and Parking | Awards | Results | Volunteers | Sponsors
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|  After
the Run
It was the 13th `running of the Elvi` on Thursday, August 5th! Joe Guinness was the first to cross the finish line (16:29) while Heather Prekop led the ladies (17:41). Mark Luttrell was the Fastest Elvis (17:54).
Joe "Elvis" Territo and the Anthony Smiths Guitar Street Orchestra put on a rockin` good show while folks enjoyed Goose Island 312 Urban Wheat Ale and peanut butter banana bagel sandwiches from New York City Bagel Deli. The night finished up with a hotly contested competition for `best dressed Elvis.` Kristen Diaz took home the prize with Greg Williams as a close runner-up.
Stay tuned, for pictures from brightroom.
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About
the Run
C'mon everybody, let's rock!
The 13th Annual Elvis Is Alive 5K is a non-competitive event and promises to be more fun than a honeymoon in Vegas. This Thursday evening race takes place on Chicago's lakefront and features an "all-Elvis" start corral and post-run show after the run, as well as Goose Island beer.
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Race Charity
The Elvis Is Alive 5K benefits Girls On the Run, a non-profit
prevention program that encourages preteen girls to develop self-respect
and healthy lifestyles through running. Click
here to learn more about Girls On the Run.
Date & Time
Thursday, August 5, 2010
6:45pm 5K Start
Start & Finish
Grant Park
Across from the Columbia Yacht Club (near Randolph and Lake Shore Drive)
Chicago, IL
Coming To Chicago
The Palmer House Hilton is extending special rates to race participants on race weekend. Click here to make a reservation.
Registration
Entry Fee:
- 5K Race Fee: $25 before 8/2/10; $30 Race Week 8/2/10 - 8/5/10
- All registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable
Click here for a printable entry form. Please note mail-in, in-store and on-site registration is cash or check only.
Walk In Registration & Packet Pick-Up:
Registration and packet pick-up will be available on the following days.
If you have registered online please allow 24 hours before picking up your
packet.
Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-Up:
- Event Site: 4pm-6:15pm
- 5K Fee: $30 (cash or check only)
- All registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable
Group Registration:
Is your company or organization interested in participating as a group? Group
registration and packet pick-up is available. Contact the Fleet Feet Sports
business office at 773/305.3338 ext. 2 for details. |
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T-Shirt and Goody Bag
All registered participants will receive an official race t-shirt and goody bag filled with great items from our sponsors.
Party in the Park with Elvis
An all-star, all-Elvis line-up will provide participants and
friends and family with an evening of entertainment of which the
King would be proud. Elvis Impersonator Joe "Elvis" Tirrito and Anthony Smith's Guitar Street Orchestra will be performing at the post-race party and awards ceremony immediately following the race.
One (1) free Goose Island beer is available
for each participant, age 21 and over (must present ID). Additional
beer tickets will be available for purchase at the race for $4 (cash only). All proceeds
benefit Girls On the Run Chicago.
Course
The 5K is a non-competitive run (self-timed event). Clocks
at each mile mark will be available to keep track of your time. Dress
as Elvis and lead the run! All runners dressed head-to-toe in Elvis
attire are invited to start from the "all-Elvis corral" at
the front of the start line.
Gatorade Endurance Formula and water will be available
on course at the hydration statio. Click
here for the 2010 course map.
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Transportation and Parking
Help us reduce our carbon footprint! Fleet Feet Sports highly recommends carpooling, using public transportation, or riding your bicycle to the event.
To determine the best route to travel via public transportation, please visit the CTA's trip planner at http://tripsweb.rtachicago.com/.
Bicycle parking will be available at the race site.
There is no street parking in the immediate vicinity of the race. Parking garages are available in various locations throughout the park. To determine their location and rates, please visit http://chicagoparkingmap.com/.
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Awards
Awards will be given out to the Top Three Overall Male and Female Finishers
and Fastest Elvis (must run and complete the race fully dressed as
Elvis to win this award). |
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Results
The 5K is a non-competitive run (self-timed event). Clocks at each
mile mark will be available to keep track of your time. Finish
times will not be recorded. Below are links to past results:
2010 Results
2009 Results
2008 Results
2007 Results
2006 Results
2005 Results
2004 Results
2003 Results
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Weather Policy
The Elvis Is Alive 5K will take place rain or shine. If cancellation of the event is warranted due to dangerous weather conditions, announcements will be made race day at the race site. The event will not be canceled in advance. All decisions regarding cancellation will be made on site, race day.
Volunteers
Hey all you hound dogs, put on your blue suede shoes and dance in the park with us. If you are interested in volunteering, please email Gerrie at GRogalla@FleetFeetChicago.com. |
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Sponsors and Partners
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For More Information
Call our business office at 773/305.3338 ext. 2
or email us at info@FleetFeetChicago.com
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