Illinois 2026

The main difference between a virtual event and an in-person event in Illinois is that a virtual event can be completed from anywhere, while an in-person race requires participants to physically be at the event location on the event date. In a virtual event, participants can complete any form of intentional movement, at their own pace and on their own schedule, while an in-person race follows a set course and schedule. Virtual Participants have their event swag and finisher medal mailed to them for an added fee.

Registration for the in-person event is open to all. You can register for the Illinois event on this registration page. Simply select whether you'd like to participate in-person or virtually, the event you want to participate in (2 Mile Walk, 5K, or Relax), fill out the registration form, and submit your information.

All proceeds from the Illinois race for migraine go towards funding migraine research, education, and advocacy efforts. By participating in the race, you are helping to raise awareness of the impact of migraine and supporting the efforts to find better treatments and a cure for this debilitating condition.

All funds raised from the Illinois event are donated to The Seymour Diamond Headache Fellowship to support training for providers in the field of headache medicine and to support local migraine & headache disease research right in Illinois. Funds are also used to support Miles for Migraine programming. By participating in the event, you are helping to raise awareness of the impact of migraine and supporting the efforts to find better treatments and a cure for this debilitating disease.

The prizes available for fundraising for the event in Illinois vary depending on the amount raised. You can find more information on our Fundraising page. The more you raise, the more you can earn, including things like a duffel bag, Yeti Rambler, Yeti Hopper or Apple Watch.