Miles for Manufacturing 5k and 1 Mile Walk

Wed, Sep 16, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT

Location: Chicago, IL; DuSable Harbor, 111 N Lake Shore Dr, 60601
Type: RUN

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At a glance

Join the manufacturing community for a 5K run or walk that directly funds STEM education, fostering future innovators.

Fun
For a Cause

The Miles for Manufacturing (M4M) 5K Run/Walk is a cherished tradition at IMTS, bringing together the manufacturing community. This event is dedicated to supporting STEM programs nationwide, preparing the next generation of innovators. With 100% of registration fees and sponsorships directly funding manufacturing education, your participation makes a tangible impact. It's a wonderful opportunity to stay active while contributing to a vital cause.

What to expect

Participate in a 5K run or walk alongside the manufacturing community.
Know that 100% of your registration fee directly supports STEM education programs.
Receive a race shirt as part of your participation.

Standout details

100% of proceeds fund STEM education
Part of the IMTS manufacturing event
Supports future innovators
Community-focused tradition

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

1 Miles
Wed, Sep 16, 7:00 AM CDT · From $33.95
Opens Oct 6, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Sep 15, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
5K
Wed, Sep 16, 7:00 AM CDT · From $44.95
Opens Oct 6, 2025, 8:00 PM CDT · Closes Sep 15, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

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From the organizer

The Miles for Manufacturing (M4M) 5K Run/Walk is a beloved tradition at IMTS, uniting the manufacturing community around two shared passions: staying active and giving back. Launched at IMTS 2014, the event has raised more than $250,000 to date-all of which goes directly to STEM programs around the country that prepare the next generation of innovators, makers and problem solvers; that 100% impact is possible because IMTS covers every production expense- from shirts, timing gear to permits and signage. Thanks to this support, every sponsorship dollar and every runner's registration fee is invested in manufacturing education.

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