Thousands of runners take part in the Annual Allstate Hot Chocolate 15K/5K

About 40,000 runners laced up their sneakers for America's sweetest race: the annual Allstate Hot Chocolate 15K/5K at Grant Park.

A portion of the proceeds benefit The Make-A-Wish Foundation

For more information on the race, and to donate to the cause, visit https://www.hotchocolate15k.com/chicago