Hundreds Participate in May Day 5K on Chicago Lakefront Trail

Hundreds of runners and walkers participated in the May Day 5K Run & Walk along Chicago's Lakefront Trail to honor International Workers' Day, also known as May Day. This annual event commemorates the work of unions and labor groups, with roots tracing back to Chicago's pivotal role in the labor movement and the historic Haymarket events of 1886. The 3.1-mile course, starting at a lakefront location in Chicago, raised money for the Chicago Federation of Labor to support workers in Cook County. Both sources emphasize May Day's significance as a celebration of labor rights and Chicago's historical connection to the movement.