Course
Starts and finishes in Grant Park, passing through 29 Chicago neighborhoods on a course known for being flat and fast. Twenty aid stations are located along the route, roughly one to two miles apart. Course time limit is 6 hours 30 minutes (15:00/mile pace).
Key dates
- ✓Entries openedThu 8 Oct 2026
- ✓Entries closedThu 29 Oct 2026
- ★Race daySun 10 Oct 2027
About
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon is one of the seven World Marathon Majors and one of the most prestigious road races in the world. The event attracts elite athletes and recreational runners from across the globe to run through Chicago's diverse neighborhoods.
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