Chicago runners join in on 'GMA' 5K virtual run

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago runners are participating in the first-ever "GMA" 5K fun run on Wednesday.



About 100 runners from the Chicago Area Runners Association gathered at North Avenue Beach to participate in the first ever national virtual run.

CARA welcomes all Chicago runners at 'GMA' 5K


The "GMA" 5K -- a nationwide virtual 5K fun run -- will take place on Wednesday, May 14 at 6:45 a.m. CT.



Anyone can participate anywhere! Whether it's with a local walking or running group, friends, family or even at home on your treadmill watching "GMA," you can get in on the "GMA" 5K fun, during the "GMA" broadcast.

GMA contributed to this report.

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