

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 07:30 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: The Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate is more than a run/walk—it’s a movement and a cherished community tradition. Held annually on Father’s Day, this family-friendly event brings together thousands from across Chicagoland and beyond in solidarity, proving that change happens when communities unite. It is a day filled with love, joy, and a shared commitment to justice.

Founded in memory of Ricky Byrdsong, Race Against Hate honors those who have lost their lives or been harmed by racially motivated violence. As the largest event of its kind in the country, it transforms grief into action. Every step taken and every dollar raised supports YWCA Evanston/North Shore’s mission to eliminate racism and empower women, funding critical racial equity, violence prevention, and domestic violence programs. Together, we race for healing, equity, and justice—and for a future where all people are safe, valued, and free.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/evanston/2026-ricky-byrdsong-memorial-race-against-hate/200029859820248
- **Event Categories**: sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 3

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/raceagainsthate2026/?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=evanston-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Evanston
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 2436 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60201-2923, United States
- **lat**: 42.06192
- **long**: -87.67728
- **full address**: 2436 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60201-2923, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: YWCA Evanston/North Shore (https://allevents.in/org/ywca-evanston-north-shore/13884638)

## Event gallery

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- **Alt text**: thumbnail
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 21 Jun, 2026 at 07:30 am (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 2436 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60201-2923, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** YWCA Evanston/North Shore
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** sports
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about 2026 Ricky Byrdsong Memorial Race Against Hate  ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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